Elevated Pushups


Elevated pushups are essentially the same movement as exercise ball pushups. The difference, however, is that exercise ball pushups require a significant contribution from the abdominal core in order to balance the body, while this variation allows you to concentrate solely on working your chest. To perform the movement, get in a pushup position with your feet elevated on a raised surface, such as a chair or bench. Bend your elbows and lower your body towards the floor.


Lower your chest until it is hovering above the floor, then push yourself back up to the starting position. Only your arms should be moving while the rest of your body remains motionless.

Tips

* This exercise is useful for developing the upper chest. The anterior deltoid, triceps, and serratus anterior are all used as well.
* If you are looking for a more full-body movement, try the similar exercise ball variation which will work the abdominals and stabilizing muscles as well. If you want to really isolate and work your upper chest however, try this version in which you do not have to worry about balancing yourself. For the best overall results, it is best to cycle which versions you perform at every workout.



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