side push-up
side push-up is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Start by lying on your side with your legs extended and stacked on top of each other.
Step 2
Place your bottom hand on the ground directly under your shoulder, fingers pointing forward.
Step 3
Press through your bottom hand to lift your body off the ground, keeping your legs straight and your core engaged.
Step 4
Extend your top arm straight up towards the ceiling, creating a straight line from your head to your heels.
Step 5
Lower your body back down to the starting position with control.
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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