Zirv FitnessStrength exercise
Deficit Push-Up
How to do it
- Place your hands on elevated surfaces such as push-up handles or weight plates.
- Assume a push-up position with your body in a straight line.
- Lower your chest below the level of your hands for an extended range of motion.
- Push back up to the starting position.
- Keep your core tight and avoid sagging your hips.
- Control the descent to maximize the stretch on your chest.
Muscles worked
ChestMuscles located in the front of the upper body, primarily responsible for pushing movements. All Chest exercises
TricepsMuscles located at the back of the upper arm, responsible for extending the elbow. All Triceps exercises
Anterior DeltoidFront portion of the shoulder muscle responsible for shoulder flexion and internal rotation. All Anterior Deltoid exercises
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- Type
- Strength
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Primary muscles
- Chest, Triceps, Anterior Deltoid
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