full planche push-up
full planche push-up is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Start in a push-up position with your hands placed slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
Step 2
Engage your core and lower your body down towards the ground, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
Step 3
As you lower yourself, lean your body forward and lift your feet off the ground, balancing on your hands.
Step 4
Continue to lower your body until your chest is just above the ground.
Step 5
Push through your hands and extend your arms to lift your body back up to the starting position.
Step 6
Maintain a straight line from your head to your heels throughout the movement.
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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