Side-to-Side Push-up (female)

Side-to-Side Push-up demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Begin in a standard push-up position
  • 2Lower your body down towards one hand while keeping your elbow tucked in
  • 3Push yourself back up and return to the original position
  • 4Repeat the above step for the opposite hand
  • 5Continue alternating sides for your set

Tips:

  • Keep your body straight throughout this exercise
  • Do not let your hips sag
  • Remember to breathe – inhale on the downward phase and exhale on the way up
  • Limit your range of motion if you cannot perform the full movement yet

Side-to-Side Push-up Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs