Spiderman push-up
A push-up where you draw one knee out toward your elbow at the bottom, adding core and hip work to every rep.
AdvancedNo equipmentLow impactSuggested: 10 reps
How to do it
- Start in a high plank with your hands under your shoulders.
- Bend your elbows to lower your chest toward the floor.
- At the bottom, swing one knee out to the side toward the elbow on the same side.
- Return the foot, press back up, and use the other knee on the next rep.
Alternate sides with each rep.
Form tips
- Keep your hips low and level as the knee comes forward.
- Let your foot hover just above the floor as it travels.
Muscles worked
ChestTricepsShouldersObliquesHip flexors
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