Shuffle Push Up. How-to, proper form and tips
The Shuffle Push Up is similar to a Push Up but when arms are extended you move hands a little to the left or right.
Video demonstration
(excerpt from 'Shuffle Pushup'
by Jay strength)
How to and step by step instructions:
- Get down on all fours.
- Place hands slightly wider than your shoulders.
- Straighten arms and legs, core engaged. This is the starting position.
- Lower the body, the chest nearly touches the floor as a regular Push Up.
- Pause, then straighten your arms and push back up to the starting position.
- Move both hands slightly to the left (or right) before lowering down again.
Hints & tips:
- You need to be comfortable with the Push Up.
Benefits:
- The hand movement adds instability, strengthening the core.
Counting & gamification:
- As a starter, aim 5 to 10 reps.
- Count repetitions in a session or a period such as a week or month.
Muscles worked and body parts involved:
Primary muscles: Shoulder, Triceps, Chest
Secondary muscles: Abs, Lowerback
