Exercise technique

incline push up depth jump

The incline push up depth jump is a dynamic exercise that combines an incline push-up with a plyometric depth jump. It targets the chest, triceps, shoulders, and core, and requires both upper body strength and lower body explosiveness.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Find an elevated surface, such as a bench or step, and place your hands shoulder-width apart on the edge.
  2. Step your feet back, keeping your body in a straight line from head to heels.
  3. Lower your chest towards the edge of the surface, bending your elbows and keeping your body aligned.
  4. Push through your palms to extend your arms and return to the starting position.
  5. Jump off the edge of the surface, landing softly with your knees slightly bent.
  6. Repeat the push-up and depth jump for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Triceps, Shoulders, Core.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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