Archer Push-up

Start with locked elbows and protracted shoulders, touch chest keeping one arm straight, return to start position to finish

Cues:

  • Squeeze glutes and brace abs the entire duration of the set
  • Maintain tension and move smoothly as you lower and return to start
  • Switch sides each rep, or complete all of one side first

Scale: 

  • Hands narrow with emphasis more on one side
  • Slightly wider hands with same emphasis
  • Full width with bent elbows
  • Partial ROM with locked elbow

Errors:

  • Body twisting during movement
  • Bent elbows unintentionally
  • Partial ROM unintentionally
  • Forcing straight elbows and causing pain to yourself

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