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Explosive Push Ups

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Use this exercise to build your own workout in our app.

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Description

This exercise helps build explosive power and strength in the pectoralis major and other chest muscles. It also engages the triceps and shoulders, tightens the core, and boosts aerobic endurance. When done regularly, it stimulates your fast-twitch fibers and improves athletic performance.

How to do it

  1. 1Assume a push-up position. Keep your back straight and your hands wider than shoulder-width apart.
  2. 2Slowly lower your body until your chest is almost touching the floor. Do not balance your torso.
  3. 3Explosively push yourself up as fast as you can. Use maximum force.
  4. 4Return to the initial position with your arms extended. Repeat.

⚠️ Common mistakes

  • Let your hips sink toward the floor
  • Arch your back

Now you know how it is done. In the app it joins the other exercises and becomes a multi-week plan.

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