Weighted Push Up with Vest
Description
The weighted push up with vest is a standard push up performed with a weighted vest worn for added load. The vest distributes the weight evenly across the torso and lets the lifter add resistance without changing the push up form. It is a strong chest progression.
Equipment Required
Weighted Push Up with Vest Instructions
- Put on a weighted vest with the desired load.
- Begin in a high plank position with hands under the shoulders.
- Set the body in a straight line from head to heels.
- Brace your core and keep the back flat.
- Lower the chest toward the floor by bending the elbows.
- Stop just before the chest touches the floor.
- Press back up to lockout.
- Squeeze the chest hard at the top.
Weighted Push Up with Vest Form & Visual
Weighted Push Up with Vest Benefits
- Strong chest builder
- Adds load to push ups
- Builds chest size
- Useful push up progression
- Strong vest move
- Builds the triceps
Weighted Push Up with Vest Muscles Worked
- Pectoralis major
- Triceps brachii
- Anterior deltoid
- Core
Weighted Push Up with Vest Variations & Alternatives
- Push Up
- Weighted Pull Up
- Bench Press
- Diamond Push Up
