Week 94: Push-Ups with Pause at Bottom
- Keep It Moving PT & Wellness
- Jun 20
- 2 min read
It's June! Which means it's primetime biking weather, so obviously this month's theme is Biking! Tune in for drills aimed at keeping those hip flexors greased and overall strength when charging down rock slabs.
Exercise: Push-Ups with Pause at Bottom
Purpose: To retrain proper push-up form and build pec and tricep strength, emphasizing the bottom most position - much needed on a bike!
Who It's For: People who want a little added challenge to their push-up; Those looking to complete the Milk Crate section of Landlocked Forest without walking your rig (IYKYK)
Why We Love It: It trains the proper movement patterns of the shoulders blade and shoulders during a push-up
Procedure:
Assume a plank position with your hands directly below your shoulders and a little wider
Keeping elbows in by your sides, slowly lower yourself to the ground without losing core engagement, or bringing your head forward
Pause at the bottom of the push-up for 3 seconds
Repeat as many good reps as possible
*Disclaimer: Not all exercises are suitable for everyone, and participation in novel activities may increase the risk of adverse effects such as pain, soreness, or injury. Please consult with your Physician or a local Physical Therapist prior to attempting any exercise you feel uncomfortable performing. If adverse reactions occur, discontinue performance of the exercise and consult your physician or trusted clinician for evaluation.
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