Suspended Push-up
Expert Advice
Engage your core and keep your body in a straight line from head to heels. The instability of the suspension straps will increase muscle activation.
How-to-do Steps
- Set the suspension straps to about knee height.
- Place your feet in the straps and assume a push-up position with your hands on the ground, shoulder-width apart.
- Lower your chest to the ground, keeping your body straight.
- Push back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Suspended Push-up primarily targets the Chest, with Strength mechanics using Suspension. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Chest40%
Secondary
Biceps15%
Forearms15%
Shoulders15%
Triceps15%
Equipment
Suspension
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Suspended Push-up work?
Suspended Push-up primarily targets the Chest. Secondary muscles involved include Biceps, Forearms, Shoulders, Triceps. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Suspension.
How many sets and reps should I do for Suspended 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 Suspended Push-up suitable for beginners?
Suspended 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.
