Alternating Shuffle Pushups
Quick answer
Alternating Shuffle Pushups is an intermediate compound bodyweight exercise that mainly works the chest, with the shoulders, triceps and abs assisting.
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Muscles worked
Primary
How to do Alternating Shuffle Pushups
- 1
Begin by placing your arms directly underneath your shoulders. Your legs should be extended out straight behind you with the balls of your feet on the ground. This is your starting position.
- 2
Keeping your right hand in position, move your left hand out wide and lower your body down until your chest almost touches the ground. Your body should remain straight as you go down.
- 3
After a brief pause, slowly return to the starting position and repeat the same motion on the other side.
Form cues
- Try to go as low as possible in the push up for maximum effect.
- If you are new to this exercise you can try doing it on your knees to make it easier.
- Keep your body straight during the pushup.
- Perform the reps slowly and in a controlled manner.
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