body-up
body-up is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Start by placing your hands on a raised surface, such as a bench or parallel bars, with your palms facing down and fingers pointing forward.
Step 2
Extend your legs out in front of you, keeping your heels on the ground and your body straight.
Step 3
Lower your body by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your sides, until your upper arms are parallel to the ground.
Step 4
Pause for a moment, then push through your palms to straighten your arms and lift your body back up to the starting position.
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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