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One Arm Push-up

Intensity
3–8 reps
MET
5energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Chest40%
  • Triceps30%

Supporting muscles

  • Biceps
  • Forearms
  • Shoulders
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Keep your chin tucked and your eyes focused on a spot just ahead of your hand.

  1. 1

    Get into a push-up position with your feet spread wide apart.

  2. 2

    Place one hand on the ground directly under your shoulder and the other hand behind your back.

  3. 3

    Lower your body towards the ground, keeping your torso as straight as possible.

  4. 4

    Push back up to the starting position.

  5. 5

    Complete the desired number of reps before switching arms.

Expert tip

Start with your feet wider than shoulder-width to provide a stable base and focus on keeping your body straight and core engaged.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Placing the working hand too wide
  • ✕Flaring the working elbow past 45 degrees
  • ✕Twisting the hips toward the working-arm side
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