Rotate Push Up

Rotate Push Up

Description

The rotate push-up is another name for the rotational or T push-up — you perform a push-up, then rotate your body to one side at the top, extending the top arm toward the ceiling. It combines pressing with rotational core work.

Muscle Group

Equipment Required

Rotate Push Up Instructions

  1. Perform a push-up.
  2. At the top, rotate your body to the right. Extend your right arm to the ceiling.
  3. Hold briefly in the T position.
  4. Return to push-up position.
  5. Perform another push-up and rotate to the left.
  6. Continue alternating.
  7. Maintain a straight body line during rotation.
  8. Aim for 8 to 12 total reps.

Rotate Push Up Form & Visual

rotate push up

Rotate Push Up Benefits

  • Combines pushing with rotational core work
  • Builds shoulder stability
  • No equipment needed
  • Develops oblique strength
  • Engaging variation
  • Builds thoracic rotation

Rotate Push Up Muscles Worked

  • Pectoralis major
  • Obliques
  • Triceps brachii
  • Anterior deltoid
  • Core (rotation)

Rotate Push Up Variations & Alternatives