Exercises / Intermediate
Floating planche lean push-ups
- Triceps
- Abs
- Anterior Deltoid
- Lower Chest
- Upper Chest
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- Level
- Intermediate
- Muscles
- 5
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
On this page
01 / Steps
How to do it
Perform the movement of a Lean Planche Push Up.
When you reach maximum arm flexion, increase the forward tilt until your legs lift off the ground.
Stay in that position for one second.
Return to the starting position to complete one repetition.
By shifting your center of gravity forward, you increase the difficulty and shoulder work.
02 / Muscles
Muscles worked
Triceps
Abs
Anterior Deltoid
Lower Chest
Upper Chest
03 / Skills
What it trains
How demanding this exercise is for each physical ability.
- Strength55
- Explosivity0
- Technique65
- Cardio0
- Mobility30
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