ChestBodyweightIntermediate

Modified Hindu Push Up

Learn how to perform Modified Hindu Push Up, a Chest exercise, with setup, breathing and common mistakes.

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STEP 1

Setup

Place your hands shoulder-width apart and start in a long push-up position.

STEP 2

Start phase

Bend your elbows to lower your chest, then lift your hips backward and up as you straighten your arms.

STEP 3

End phase

From the hips-high position, move your body forward again into the starting push-up position.

STEP 4

Target muscles

This movement primarily works your chest. Focus on controlling the motion through these muscles.

STEP 5

Common mistakes

Avoid snapping your elbows straight or moving quickly with a sagging lower back.

STEP 6

Breathing

Inhale as you lower your chest and exhale as you press against the floor.

STEP 7

Coach tip

Connect lowering your chest with moving your hips backward in a smooth sequence.

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