Weighted Hindu Push-up
Muscle Groups: Chest, Abs
Weighted Hindu Push-up focuses on Chest, Abs, with Lower Back, Triceps, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Hindu Push-up with proper form and technique.
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Start in an inverted V-shape position, similar to a downward dog in yoga, with your hands shoulder-width apart and feet hip-width apart. If adding weight, place a weight plate securely on your upper back.
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Bend your elbows and dive your head and chest down towards the floor, sweeping your body forward and down as if going under a low fence.
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Continue the movement by arching your back and pushing your chest up towards the ceiling, keeping your hips low and close to the floor, similar to a cobra stretch.
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From this arched position, push your hips back and up towards the ceiling, reversing the arc to return to the inverted V-shape starting position.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Hindu Push-up primarily targets Chest, Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Lower Back, Triceps, Shoulders . 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 Weighted Hindu Push-up, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Hindu 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.
