Inchworm with Military Push-up
Description
The inchworm is an exercise that works the arms, chest and upper back, the lower back, and abs. It is called the inchworm because it mimics the up-and-down motion of a worm moving across a flat surface.
- Stand with your feet at hip width. Hinge forward at the waist and touch the floor with your palms. Bend your knees, if necessary.
- Walk your hands forward until you are supporting all your weight on your hands and toes in the plank position.
Then comes the push up. Perform the push-up with your hands directly under your shoulders, elbows IN. There are many benefits to doing push-ups with elbows IN… It helps to protect your shoulders (especially your rotator cuff) and it is really great for working not only your triceps and chest but also your lats, traps, and biceps.
Lower your body until the upper arms are at least parallel to the ground. From the down position, you will return to the starting position by straightening your arms completely. Then “inching” your way back to the standing position.
Why I Love This Move!
The “inchworm” part gives me a good dynamic stretch in my hamstrings. The “military push-up” is great for hitting the triceps and shoulders along with the chest.
Why/When I Use This Move
This is one of my favorite warm-up moves. 3 sets of these puppies prior to lifting weights is a great way to get your blood pumping and muscles ready to go!
I also add this move to super sets and/or giant sets. ESPECIALLY on an upper body day that is focusing on chest, shoulders, triceps.
Give This a Try:
Watch it here!
