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Rotational Push-up

Expert Advice

Keep your core tight throughout the movement to stabilize your body and prevent your hips from sagging or piking up.

How-to-do Steps

  1. Start in a standard push-up position with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  2. Lower your body towards the ground, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
  3. As you push back up, rotate your body to the right, extending your right arm towards the ceiling.
  4. Return to the starting push-up position and repeat the movement, this time rotating to the left.
  5. Alternate sides with each repetition.

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Muscles Worked

Rotational Push-up primarily targets the Abs, Chest, with Strength mechanics using Body Weight. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.

Primary
Abs
Abs35%
Chest
Chest35%
Secondary
Shoulders
Shoulders15%
Triceps
Triceps15%
Equipment
Body Weight
Body Weight
Exercise Type
Strength
35%Abs35%Chest15%Shoulders15%Triceps

Sets & Reps Guidance

Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8

Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Rotational Push-up work?
Rotational Push-up primarily targets the Abs, Chest. Secondary muscles involved include Shoulders, Triceps. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Body Weight.
How many sets and reps should I do for Rotational Push-up?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Rotational Push-up suitable for beginners?
Rotational Push-up is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.