Modified Hindu Push-up
Step by step
How to perform
- Bend your elbows and lower your body forward and down, as if you're sliding your body under a low bar, until you reach a cobra pose where your hips are close to the ground and your chest and head are raised.
- Push your body up into the cobra pose, straightening your arms and keeping your hips close to the ground, while your back is arched and your gaze is towards the ceiling.
- Reverse the movement by lifting your hips back up and returning to the downward dog position.
- Repeat this sequence for the desired amount of repetitions, ensuring to keep your movements smooth and controlled throughout.
Overview
About this exercise
The Modified Hindu Push-up is a comprehensive exercise that strengthens and tones the upper body, including the arms, shoulders, chest, and back, while also improving flexibility and core stability. This exercise is suitable for individuals at all fitness levels, as it can be modified to match one's strength and flexibility. People may want to incorporate this exercise into their routine to enhance upper body strength, improve body control, and promote better posture.
Coaching cues
Form tips
The second tip is to smoothly transition into the swoop phase of the push-up. From the starting position, bend your elbows and lower your body towards the ground, swooping your body forward and down until your chest is just above the ground. Your body should be in a straight line from your head to your heels. Avoid jerky movements or letting your body sag, as this can lead to injury.
Breathing correctly can help you perform the exercise effectively. As you swoop down and forward, inhale deeply. When you push back up to the starting position
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