Exercise technique

single arm push-up

The single arm push-up is a challenging bodyweight exercise that targets the pectorals while also engaging the triceps, shoulders, and core. It requires significant strength, balance, and coordination, making it suitable for advanced practitioners.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Start in a push-up position with your hands shoulder-width apart and one hand placed slightly wider than the other.
  2. Engage your core and lower your body towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping your back straight.
  3. As you lower yourself, shift your weight to one side and lift the opposite arm off the ground, extending it straight out to the side.
  4. Push through your chest and triceps to raise your body back up to the starting position, while simultaneously lowering your extended arm back to the ground.
  5. Repeat the movement, alternating the arm you extend with each repetition.

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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