Hindu Push Up
The Hindu Push Up primarily works the Anterior Deltoid, Pectoralis Major (Sternal), Triceps (Long Head), with secondary activation of the Pectoralis Minor, Rectus Abdominis, Serratus Anterior and stabilizer support from the Erector Spinae, Transverse Abdominis. It is a bodyweight compound exercise at intermediate difficulty.
Flow from a downward dog position to an upward dog position, combining chest and shoulder work.
| Equipment | Bodyweight |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Compound |
| Movement | Horizontal Push |
| Force | Push |
| Laterality | Bilateral |
| Primary | Anterior Deltoid, Pectoralis Major (Sternal), Triceps (Long Head) |
| Secondary | Pectoralis Minor, Rectus Abdominis, Serratus Anterior |
Muscles Worked
Front
Back
Primary
Secondary
Stabilizer
Primary Muscles
- Primary Muscle Anterior Deltoid (shoulders)
- Primary Muscle Pectoralis Major (Sternal) (chest)
- Primary Muscle Triceps (Long Head) (triceps)
Secondary Muscles
- Secondary Muscle Pectoralis Minor (chest)
- Secondary Muscle Rectus Abdominis (core)
- Secondary Muscle Serratus Anterior (chest)
Stabilizer Muscles
- Stabilizer Muscle Erector Spinae (back)
- Stabilizer Muscle Transverse Abdominis (core)
Instructions
- Preparation: Position body with proper alignment. Execution: Press weight forward and away from chest until arms are extended. Return to starting position under control. Repeat. Comments: Maintain control throughout movement to fully engage the Pectoralis Major (Sternal), Anterior Deltoid, Triceps (Long Head).
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