Suspender Push-up
Expert Advice
Maintain a plank position throughout the movement, preventing your hips from sagging or piking up. Keep your hands directly below your shoulders.
How-to-do Steps
- Set the suspension straps just above the ground.
- Place your hands in the handles and get into a push-up position.
- Lower your chest towards the handles, keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Push back up to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Suspender 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
Chest60%
Secondary
Shoulders20%
Triceps20%
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 Suspender Push-up work?
Suspender Push-up primarily targets the Chest. Secondary muscles involved include Shoulders, Triceps. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Suspension.
How many sets and reps should I do for Suspender 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 Suspender Push-up suitable for beginners?
Suspender 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.
