Weighted Push-up



Muscles

Target
Pectoralis Major, Sternal

Synergists
Pectoralis Major, Clavicular
Deltoid, Anterior
Triceps Brachii

Dynamic Stabilizers
Biceps Brachii, Short Head

Stabilizers
Rectus Abdominis
Obliques
Quadriceps

Instructions

Preparation
Lie prone on floor with hands slightly wider than shoulder width. Raise body up off floor by extend arms with body straight. Partner can place weight plate(s) on back if needed.

Execution
Keeping body straight, lower body to floor by bending arms. Push body up until arms are extended. Repeat.

Comments
Both upper and lower body must be keep straight throughout movement. Exercise can be performed without additional weight. If additional weight is used, partner will need to add and removing weight, and keep weight from sliding off back.

Source: exrx.net