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StrengthBody weight

Spider Crawl Push-up

Intensity
8–15 reps
MET
4.5energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Glutes25%
  • Abs25%
  • Chest25%

Supporting muscles

  • Shoulders
  • Quads
  • Triceps
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Lower your chest to within an inch of the floor each rep.

  1. 1

    Start in a standard push-up position with your hands shoulder-width apart.

  2. 2

    As you lower into the push-up, bring your right knee towards your right elbow.

  3. 3

    Push back up to the starting position while returning your right leg to its original position.

  4. 4

    Repeat the movement, this time bringing your left knee towards your left elbow.

  5. 5

    Continue to alternate sides with each push-up.

Expert tip

Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels and avoid sagging your hips to maintain proper form and target the right muscle groups.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Flaring the supporting arm elbow outward
  • ✕Piking the hips up during the knee drive
  • ✕Dropping the head toward the floor
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