Course: PHRE 3044 – Special Populations |
Movement Pattern: Press | horizontal |
Target: Pec Major |
Synergist(s): Deltoids (Anterior), Triceps |
Exercise |
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Regressions: |
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Progressions: |
Chest Press | Push Up |
Key Teaching Points |
Expectation: [if 456 equals=”Supervised Practice”]Supervised Practice [/if 456][if 456 not_equal=”Supervised Practice”]Independent Learning[/if 456] |
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Description: |
Whether seated or standing ensure a stable base and neutral spine. Resist the tendency to lurch the head forward. Remain upright and neutral. Relax the shoulders. Do not round or shrug shoulders. Grip should be neutral and comfortable. Elbow position near the body yet comfortable. Engage through the chest and triceps and push forward in a controlled fashion as described in the chest press exercise. The core must remain engaged to ensure upright posture is maintained.
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Common Error(s): |
Rounded shoulders | Forward Head Posture |
Spotting: |
Band/Tubing Anchoring |
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