Put These Exercises Into Your Routine For A Better Push-up
Sometimes to be able to execute an exercise perfectly you need to build up strength in other areas. Here are five exercises that will help you build a better push-up through strength, stability, and form.
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Chest Openers
Use Chest Openers to stretch out your Pectoral Muscles and prime them to be ready for activation. Try adding 2 sets of 12 reps before your workout. Link for additional push phase warm-ups.
Plank
Straight Arm Planks will work on maintaining the proper form and core activation needed for push-ups. Put planks in between strength sets to work on proper for while you are tired. See The Importance of Planks for more info.
Bridge Pose
In order to stay in the proper plank position needed for push-ups you will also need to activate your glutes. Bridge pose will allow you to target your glutes and work on proper activation without undo strain. Put bridge pose at the end of your workout to finish off. See the Importance of Bridge Pose for more info. 
Two Count Stability Ball Shin Push-ups
Place the stability ball under your shins to reduce some of your bodyweight resistance during the exercise. This assistance will allow you to focus on form rather than rushing to finish the set. Try doing a movement as you lower to the bottom phase of the push-ups and then pause for a two count before returning to start position. Other beginner body basics.
SB DB Chest Press
Use this exercise to challenge your core muscles with a stability ball. Focus on strengthening your pectoral muscles by using the appropriate resistance for your ability level. Use this as a main push exercise if you are doing a full body workout with 3 sets of 12 reps. Link to more exercise tips.
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