Swiss Ball Push-up Plus
Muscle Groups: Chest, Shoulders
Swiss Ball Push-up Plus 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 Plus with proper form and technique.
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Start in a plank position with your hands on the Swiss ball, aligning your shoulders over your wrists.
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Lower your chest toward the ball by bending your elbows, keeping your body straight from head to heels.
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Push through your hands to raise your body back to the starting position while squeezing your chest and triceps.
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For an added challenge, at the top of the push-up, extend your arms straight out in front of you before returning to the starting position.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Swiss Ball Push-up Plus safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core tight and your body straight to avoid sagging or arching your back.
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Avoid letting your elbows flare out too wide; they should stay close to your body as you lower down.
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When performing the push-up, focus on a controlled movement rather than rushing through the exercise.
Secondary Muscles
While Swiss Ball Push-up Plus 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 Plus, 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 Plus, 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.
