Floor Lying Svend-Press
The Floor Lying Svend-Press mainly works the chest, with help from the shoulders and triceps. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Floor Lying Svend-Press Muscles Worked
Primary
Chest (pectoralis major, sternal head)
Secondary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid); Triceps (triceps brachii)
How to do the Floor Lying Svend-Press
Lie flat on your back on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
Bring your hands together in front of your chest, interlocking your fingers or pressing your palms firmly against each other.
Press your hands together as hard as you can to engage your chest muscles.
Push your hands straight up toward the ceiling while maintaining the strong squeeze between your hands.
Slowly lower your hands back down toward your chest in a controlled motion while keeping the constant pressure.
Floor Lying Svend-Press FAQs
What muscles does the Floor Lying Svend-Press work?
The Floor Lying Svend-Press mainly works the chest, with help from the shoulders and triceps. The main muscles are the pectoralis major.
What equipment do you need for the Floor Lying Svend-Press?
None. The Floor Lying Svend-Press is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What workout day should the Floor Lying Svend-Press go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
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