Hindu Push Ups
Hindu Push-Ups are a dynamic variation of the classic push-up. They target the chest, shoulder, and triceps muscles while incorporating fluid movements that also engage the lower back and core muscles. Hindu Push-Ups improve both flexibility and strength, as they combine elements of strength training with mobility exercises.
Hindu Push Ups - the correct execution
- Start with arms extended
- Your upper body and arms form a straight line
- Your hips are the highest point
- Bend your elbows and bring your chest forward close to the floor
- Push up from your arms with your upper body until your arms are extended
- Go back to the starting position
The exercise Hindu Push Ups is intended to be used as a warm up, mobility, hypertrophy exercise.
Which muscles are trained by Hindu Push Ups?
Primary trained muscles for Hindu Push Ups
Chest - The pectoralis major muscle is the large muscle on your chest. It helps you bring your arm towards your body and rotate it inward.
Front Delts - The front part of the deltoid muscle, also known as the anterior shoulder, is located at the front of the shoulder. It is primarily involved in the forward movement of the arm, such as lifting the arm forward. It also assists in the internal rotation of the arm. This muscle is engaged in activities that involve lifting objects in front of the body or pushing forward.
Secondary trained muscles for Hindu Push Ups
Triceps - The triceps brachii muscle is located at the back of your upper arm. It extends your arm at the elbow and also helps move the arm backward.
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