superman push-up
superman push-up is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Start in a high plank position with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart and your feet together.
Step 2
Engage your core and lower your body towards the ground, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
Step 3
As you lower your body, simultaneously lift your right arm and left leg off the ground, extending them straight out.
Step 4
Pause for a moment at the top, then lower your arm and leg back down while pushing yourself back up to the starting position.
Step 5
Repeat the movement, this time lifting your left arm and right leg.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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