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Push to run

Intermediate

Push to run is a isolation bodyweight exercise for the full body, also working the quads, hamstrings, and calves.

What it works

Primary muscle

Full body

Also works

QuadsHamstringsCalves

Equipment
Bodyweight
Movement
Conditioning
Type
Isolation
Logged as
Distance and time
Suggested rest
1 min

How to do it

  1. 1Start in a push-up position with your hands shoulder-width apart and your body in a straight line.
  2. 2Lower your chest towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping your body straight.
  3. 3Push through your hands to extend your arms and return to the starting position.
  4. 4Quickly bring one knee towards your chest, then quickly switch and bring the other knee towards your chest.
  5. 5Continue alternating knees as fast as you can while maintaining good form.
  6. 6Continue for the desired duration or number of repetitions.

What to do instead

  • RunBodyweight
  • Backwards runBodyweight
  • Run (equipment)Bodyweight
  • Wheel runBodyweight
  • Short stride runBodyweight
  • Stationary bike runMachine

Easier variations

  • Quick feet runBodyweight
  • RunBodyweight
  • Run (equipment)Bodyweight
  • Short stride runBodyweight

Harder variations

  • Wheel runBodyweight
Logged today · 1 min restPush to run

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