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Intermediate

target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Pectorals accessibility Chest
Triceps Shoulders

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Body Weight

Category

strength

Mechanic

compound

Cal/min

5.5

Force

push

Push-up Plus is a intermediate multi-joint compound pushing exercise targeting the Pectorals in the Chest region. Performed using bodyweight, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Triceps and Shoulders.

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1

Start in a high plank position with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart and your body in a straight line from head to heels.

2

Lower your body towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your sides.

3

Once your chest is just above the ground, push through your hands to extend your arms and lift your upper body up.

4

At the top of the movement, protract your shoulder blades by pushing your upper back towards the ceiling.

5

Pause for a moment, then reverse the movement by retracting your shoulder blades and lowering your body back down to the starting position.

6

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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