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Forward & Top Wall Push

Stretch and strengthen your chest with Forward & Top Wall Push. Improve flexibility with this simple exercise.

The Forward & Top Wall Push mainly works the chest, with help from the back and traps. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.

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Forward & Top Wall Push Muscles Worked

Primary

Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head); Chest (pectoralis major, sternal head)

Secondary

Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior); Mid Traps (trapezius, middle fibers)

How to do the Forward & Top Wall Push

  1. Starting Position:

    • Stand facing a wall with your feet shoulder-width apart.

    • Position yourself about 2 to 3 feet away from the wall.

  2. Hand Placement:

    • Raise your arms overhead with a slight bend in your elbows.

    • Place your palms flat against the wall, shoulder-width apart.

  3. Body Alignment:

    • Keep your body straight from head to heels.

    • Engage your core to maintain stability.

    • Your hips should be in line with your shoulders.

  4. Movement:

    • Slowly lean your body forward while keeping your hands pressed against the wall.

    • Bend at the elbows to lower your upper body toward the wall, as if you are pushing against it.

    • Ensure your elbows point out slightly rather than straight down.

  5. Return:

    • Push off the wall gently to return to the starting position.

    • Straighten your arms back to the overhead position without locking your elbows.

  6. Tips:

    • Keep your movements slow and controlled.

    • Focus on feeling the stretch in your chest and shoulders as you lean forward.

    • Repeat this movement for 10 to 15 repetitions, maintaining good form.

  7. Breathing:

    • Exhale as you lean forward and inhale as you return to the starting position.

  8. Cool Down:

    • After completing the repetitions, relax your arms and take a few deep breaths.

Note: This exercise is great for stretching and strengthening the chest muscles. If you feel any discomfort, adjust your positioning or reduce the range of motion.

Forward & Top Wall Push FAQs

What muscles does the Forward & Top Wall Push work?

The Forward & Top Wall Push mainly works the chest, with help from the back and traps. The main muscles are the pectoralis major.

What equipment do you need for the Forward & Top Wall Push?

None. The Forward & Top Wall Push is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.

What workout day should the Forward & Top Wall Push go on?

It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.

What are some Forward & Top Wall Push variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Chest Stretch Version I, Bodyweight Wall-Supported Standing Military-Press, Chest to Split Wall Middle and Against-Wall Close-Grip Push-Up.

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