Weighted Judo Push-up
Muscle Groups: Chest, Abs
Weighted Judo 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 Judo Push-up with proper form and technique.
- 1
Begin in a push-up position with your hands wider than shoulder-width apart and a weight plate placed securely on your upper back.
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Elevate your hips high towards the ceiling, forming an inverted V shape with your body, keeping your legs and arms relatively straight.
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Lower your head and chest towards the floor, sweeping your body forward and down between your hands.
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Continue the movement by pushing through your hands, arching your back, and lifting your chest upwards as your hips drop close to the floor.
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Reverse the motion by pushing your hips back and up towards the ceiling, returning to the inverted V starting position.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Judo 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 Judo 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 Judo 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.
