tricepsbody weight

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

triceps

Secondary muscles

shoulderschestcore

Primary body parts

triceps

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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