How to do the Narrow Push-up On Exercise Ball
Narrow Push-up On Exercise Ball is a beginner multi-joint compound pulling exercise targeting the Triceps in the Upper Arms region. Performed using stability ball, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Chest and Shoulders.
Narrow Push-up On Exercise Ball demonstration · © GymiaFit
Narrow Push-up On Exercise Ball at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Triceps
- Secondary muscles
- Chest, Shoulders
- Equipment
- Stability Ball
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Compound (multi-joint)
- Force
- Pull
Narrow Push-up On Exercise Ball step by step
- 1Place the stability ball on the ground and position yourself in a push-up position with your hands on the ball, slightly narrower than shoulder-width apart.
- 2Engage your core and keep your body in a straight line from head to toe.
- 3Lower your chest towards the ball by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your body.
- 4Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push yourself back up to the starting position by straightening your arms.
- 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Narrow Push-up On Exercise Ball — questions
What muscles does the Narrow Push-up On Exercise Ball work?
The Narrow Push-up On Exercise Ball primarily targets the Triceps. It also recruits the Chest, Shoulders as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Narrow Push-up On Exercise Ball?
You need stability ball. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Narrow Push-up On Exercise Ball suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is classed as a beginner movement: the pattern is simple enough to learn in a session and easy to scale by adjusting range of motion or load.
What can I do instead of the Narrow Push-up On Exercise Ball?
Medicine Ball Supine Chest Throw, Exercise Ball Alternating Arm Ups, Exercise Ball Dip train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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