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Elbow lift - reverse push-up

Beginner

Elbow lift - reverse push-up is a compound bodyweight exercise for the upper back, also working the triceps and front delts.

What it works

Primary muscle

Upper back

Also works

TricepsFront delts

Equipment
Bodyweight
Type
Compound · Push
Logged as
Reps
Suggested rest
1 min

How to do it

  1. 1Start by lying face down on the ground with your legs extended and your hands placed directly under your shoulders.
  2. 2Engage your core and press through your palms to lift your upper body off the ground, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
  3. 3Pause at the top for a moment, squeezing your upper back muscles.
  4. 4Slowly lower your body back down to the starting position.
  5. 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

What to do instead

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