Swiss Ball Push-up
Muscle Groups: Chest, Shoulders
Swiss Ball Push-up focuses on Chest, Shoulders, with Abs, Triceps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Swiss Ball Push-up with proper form and technique.
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Start in a plank position with your hands on the Swiss ball and your feet on the ground, keeping your body straight from head to heels.
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Lower your chest towards the ball by bending your elbows, ensuring your elbows stay close to your body during the descent.
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Push through your palms to lift your body back to the starting position, engaging your chest and abs throughout the movement.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Swiss Ball Push-up safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core tight to maintain a straight line from head to heels and avoid sagging your hips.
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Ensure your elbows are close to your body to protect your shoulders and maintain proper form.
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If you feel unstable, start with your feet wider apart for better balance.
Secondary Muscles
While Swiss Ball Push-up primarily targets Chest, Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs, Triceps . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Swiss Ball Push-up, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Swiss Ball Push-up, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
