Kneeling Modified Hindu Push Up
Description
The kneeling modified hindu push up is a regression of the hindu push up performed from the knees. The lifter dives the chest down and forward in a flowing arc, then presses up. The knees down position scales the load for beginners.
Equipment Required
Kneeling Modified Hindu Push Up Instructions
- Begin on hands and knees with hands wider than shoulders.
- Push the hips up high into a kneeling pike position.
- Bend the elbows and dive the chest forward and down.
- Sweep the chest close to the floor as you flow forward.
- Continue forward as the chest rises toward an upward dog.
- Lock out the arms with the chest up and hips low.
- Press back through the flow to the start.
- Continue the flowing push up motion.
Kneeling Modified Hindu Push Up Form & Visual
Kneeling Modified Hindu Push Up Benefits
- Beginner friendly hindu push up
- Trains shoulder mobility
- Builds the chest
- Useful for beginners
- Strong yoga inspired move
- Builds the triceps
Kneeling Modified Hindu Push Up Muscles Worked
- Pectoralis major
- Anterior deltoid
- Triceps brachii
Kneeling Modified Hindu Push Up Variations & Alternatives
- Hindu Push Up
- Push Up
- Pike Push Up
- Cobra Pose
