TOWEL ELEVATED HALF PUSH UP

This is a push up modification that targets the muscles of the chest, shoulder and core. This modification is made to decrease pressure placed on the wrist during a pushup. Start by assuming a half push up position with your hands placed on a rolled up towel. Proceed to completing a half pushup, be sure to keep the core braced to maintain a neutral spine during this exercise. You can progress this exercise by unravelling the towel to increase the extension angle in the wrist.

Muscles Involved:

• Pectoralis Major

• Pectoralis Minor

• Anterior Deltoid

• Rotator Cuff

• Core

Related Conditions:

• AC Joint Sprain (Mid to Late Stage Rehab)

• Pectoralis Strain

• Strength Training

• Strength and Conditioning

• Wrist Impingement

• Dynamic Wrist Instability

Required Exercise Equipment:

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