The suspended pushup is a challenging variation of the traditional pushup performed using a suspension trainer. This exercise increases instability, requiring greater core engagement and upper body strength.
Also Works
TricepsShouldersCore
How to Perform
1
Find a suspension trainer and adjust it to an appropriate height.
2
Stand facing away from the anchor point and hold the handles with an overhand grip.
3
Walk your feet forward, leaning your body forward until your weight is supported by the suspension trainer.
4
Keep your body straight from head to heels, engage your core, and lower your chest towards the handles.
5
Push through your chest and arms to return to the starting position.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Pro Tips
•Keep the straps close to your body and your hands directly under your shoulders for the most stable pressing position.
•Engage your core hard to prevent the straps from swaying during the press.
•Lower your chest between the handles for a deeper stretch than a regular Pushup provides.
Common Mistakes
•Letting the straps swing outward during the descent, which puts the shoulder in a compromised position.
•Not going deep enough to take advantage of the extra range of motion the suspension trainer allows.
•Placing the feet too close to the anchor point, which makes the exercise too easy.