Equipmentbody weight
Difficultyintermediate
tricepsupper arms
Side Push-Up
The side push-up is a bodyweight exercise that primarily targets the triceps, while also engaging the shoulders, chest, and core. It is performed by lying on your side and pressing your body up using your bottom arm, which challenges your upper arm strength and stability.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Start by lying on your side with your legs extended and stacked on top of each other.
- 2.Place your bottom hand on the ground directly under your shoulder, fingers pointing forward.
- 3.Press through your bottom hand to lift your body off the ground, keeping your legs straight and your core engaged.
- 4.Extend your top arm straight up towards the ceiling, creating a straight line from your head to your heels.
- 5.Lower your body back down to the starting position with control.
- 6.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch sides.
Secondary Muscles
shoulderschestcore
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