Exercises / Intermediate
Weighted and assisted handstand push-ups
- Triceps
- Upper Chest
- Anterior Deltoid
- Serratus
- Upper Trapezius
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- Level
- Intermediate
- Muscles
- 5
- Equipment
- Weight
01 / Steps
How to do it
Perform a weighted push-up with a weighted vest or other form of added weight.
Adjust the weight so that it is demanding but not excessive.
Try to break the ninety degrees when lowering and completely lock out when raising to perform a full repetition.
02 / Muscles
Muscles worked
Triceps
Upper Chest
Anterior Deltoid
Serratus
Upper Trapezius
03 / Skills
What it trains
How demanding this exercise is for each physical ability.
- Strength60
- Explosivity0
- Technique55
- Cardio5
- Mobility25
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