ex_QGABHG

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Chest · Suspension Trainer

Suspension Trainer With Grips Reverse Push-Up

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Suspension Trainer With Grips Reverse Push-Up is an intermediate compound strength exercise that works the pectorals (chest), with the shoulders, abdominals and upper back assisting. It needs a suspension trainer. A typical prescription is 3-4 sets of 6-10 reps, and it burns about 6.1 calories per minute.

Target
Pectorals
Body part
Chest
Equipment
Suspension Trainer
Category
Strength
Mechanic
Compound
Force
Push
Sets × reps
3-4 × 6-10
Calories / min
≈ 6.1 kcal

Primary muscles

  • Chest · Pectoralis Major
  • Triceps · Triceps Brachii

Secondary muscles

  • Shoulders · Deltoids
  • Abdominals · Rectus Abdominis, Obliques
  • Upper Back · Trapezius

How to do Suspension Trainer With Grips Reverse Push-Up

  1. Adjust the suspension trainer handles close to the floor. Grasp the handles with an underhand grip (palms facing forward) and position your body in a straight line, feet together and arms fully extended.
  2. Engage your core and maintain a straight line from your head to your heels.
  3. Lower your chest towards the handles by bending your elbows, keeping your body straight and elbows close to your sides.
  4. Press through your hands to extend your arms and return to the starting position. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Form tips

  • Perform the movement with a steady and controlled tempo to maximize muscle engagement and prevent injury.
  • Breathe steadily: exhale as you push up and inhale as you lower your body.
  • Ensure your wrists are under your shoulders to maintain proper alignment.

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Suspension Trainer With Grips Reverse Push-Up FAQ

What muscles does Suspension Trainer With Grips Reverse Push-Up work?

Suspension Trainer With Grips Reverse Push-Up mainly works the pectorals in the chest (Pectoralis Major and Triceps Brachii). The shoulders, abdominals and upper back work as secondary muscles.

What equipment do you need for Suspension Trainer With Grips Reverse Push-Up?

You need a suspension trainer.

How many sets and reps of Suspension Trainer With Grips Reverse Push-Up should I do?

Start with 3-4 sets of 6-10 reps. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.

Is Suspension Trainer With Grips Reverse Push-Up good for beginners?

It's rated intermediate. Beginners can work up to it once they control simpler chest exercises.

How many calories does Suspension Trainer With Grips Reverse Push-Up burn?

About 6.1 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 61 calories; heavier people burn more.

What is a good alternative to Suspension Trainer With Grips Reverse Push-Up?

Other exercises for the pectorals include Band Push-Up, Normal Push-Up, Push Up and Rotation and Kneeling Push-Up.

For developers

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# One request returns the exercise and its 720p media links
curl "https://api.workoutxapp.com/v2/exercises/ex_QGABHG" \
  -H "X-WorkoutX-Key: YOUR_API_KEY"

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