Exercises / Beginner
Scapular protractions
- Triceps
- Lower Chest
- Upper Chest
- Abs
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- Level
- Beginner
- Muscles
- 4
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
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01 / Steps
How to do it
On the floor in a push-up position with arms fully extended.
Push up to raise your back high, so it is rounded.
Return to the starting position to complete one repetition.
You must perform this movement without bending your arms at any time.
02 / Muscles
Muscles worked
Triceps
Lower Chest
Upper Chest
Abs
03 / Skills
What it trains
How demanding this exercise is for each physical ability.
- Strength5
- Explosivity0
- Technique20
- Cardio0
- Mobility15
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