Push Up Top
Plane of Motion
Sagittal
Spring Setting
Medium
1 Spring on Mid or Top Hook
Muscle Focus
Shoulder Flexors
Anterior Deltoid, Pectoralis Major, Coracobrachialis, Biceps Brachii
Scapular Abductors
Serratus Anterior, Pectoralis Minor, Pectoralis Major
Scapular Depressors
Lower Trapezius, Serratus Anterior, Latissimus Dorsi, Pectoralis Minor
Elbow Extensors
Triceps Brachii, Anconeus
Spinal Stabilizers
Transversus Abdominis, Erector Spinae, Semispinalis, Deep Posterior Spinal Group
Objectives
Strengthens the entire body while maintaining steady torso stabilization.
Strengthens the chest to provide solid, supportive upper-body alignment and contribute to overall shoulder-girdle stability.
Develops triceps and mid‐back strength to support controlled upper‐body movement.
Increases scapular stabilization while lowering the body with precision.
Emphasizes proper hand placement to guide the body downward and maintain control when pressing the foot pedal.
Focus on breathing to synchronize the movement.