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T Pushups - A Chest and Ab BlasterT Pushups
 This type of pushup is underrated because it seems kinda "girly" to some people. The fact is that it's a fantastic way to target those chest muscles along with working on balance and stability with your core. If you think about it, most athletic endeavors require balance and stability to be successful. This is one reason why yoga and flexibility training can be so important! Working on your balance is crucial for not only developing those six pack abs you always wanted, but also increased flexibility, durability, endurance and, most importantly, overall strength. So, what's the deal with the T pushup? This chest exercise targets the core and chest in the same movement, something that doesn't occur often. So, how is it done? • You can start off using standard pushup width, with your hands directly under your shoulders. If you want some variation, you can also use T pushups with the military pushup, wide pushup, or any other hand position. Only use these other variations when you've mastered the normal T pushup. • Now, lower yourself to the ground slowly as in a normal pushup. Hold for a few seconds, then push back up. • As your body rises, roll your feet so that your weight is resting on the outside of your ankle (see the animation above). At the same time, raise your hand to the sky. Create a straight line from one hand to the other! • Roll back down to the normal pushup position and start again. It's important to remember to keep your core tightened throughout the movement. No hip sagging! What I mean is, tighten your glutes, quadriceps and ab muscles to maintain correct form. Try to keep your body as straight as possible to maximize the benefit from the T pushup! Return from T Pushups to Pushup Workouts Return to the Smart Strength Training Homepage
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