Extended Arm Pushup

BodyweightIntermediateCompoundEach side
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Quick answer

Extended Arm Pushup is an intermediate compound bodyweight exercise that mainly works the chest, with the shoulders and triceps assisting.

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Muscles worked

Front
Back

Primary

How to do Extended Arm Pushup

  1. 1

    Begin by assuming the standard pushup position, 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. Take your right hand and move it slightly ahead of you and move your left hand slightly behind you near your waist. This is your starting position.

  2. 2

    Lower your body down until your chest almost touches the ground. Your body should remain straight as you go down.

  3. 3

    After a brief pause, slowly return to the starting position.

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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