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| Course: PHRE 3043 – Functional Movement |
Movement Pattern: Press | horizontal |
Target: Pec Major |
Synergist(s): Deltoids (Anterior), Triceps |
| Exercise |
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| Regressions: |
Incline Push Up |
Progressions: |
Bench Press |
| Equipment: |
Body Weight |
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| Description: |
- Assume a prone position (lying face down) on the floor with the legs fully extended and the toes pointed down to the floor.
- Place the hands on the floor, palms down, ~ 2 to 3 inches wider than shoulder-width apart with the elbows pointed outward.
- Keeping the core engaged (torso should remain in a straight line) push against the floor with the hands to fully extend the elbows.
- After completing the push-up phase, lower the body by allowing the elbows to flex to a 90° angle (or a position where the chest is hovering 1-2″ above the ground).
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| Common Error(s): |
Not engaging core | Forward Head Posture | Sagging lower back |
| Spotting: |
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