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Advanced Pushups on the Ball
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Advanced Pushups on the Ball Exercise

Starting Position

Start behind the ball, place your midsection on the ball and roll forward until your hands reach the floor. Walk out with your hands until the ball is underneath your knees. Have your hands just outside of shoulder width. Keep your core strong by not dropping your hips. Your body should be as straight as possible.

Action

INHALE: Lower your upper body, bending elbows to 90 degree at the elbow.

EXHALE: Straighten arms and return to the starting position.

Special Instructions

Make it harder: The closer your feet are to the ball.

Make it easier: The closer the ball is to your hips.

Muscles Worked: Chest, Triceps