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Side-Step Chest Squeeze

Tone your chest and improve coordination! This bodyweight exercise is perfect for a quick, effective workout anywhere.

The Side-Step Chest Squeeze mainly works the chest and core, with help from the back. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.

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Side-Step Chest Squeeze Muscles Worked

Primary

Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head); Abdominals (rectus abdominis)

Secondary

Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior); Obliques

How to do the Side-Step Chest Squeeze

  1. Starting Position:

    • Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.

    • Keep your arms bent at 90 degrees and in front of your chest with palms together.

  2. Movement:

    • Step to the right with your right foot while simultaneously pushing your palms together in front of your chest, engaging your chest muscles.

    • When stepping, make sure your left foot follows, positioning yourself back to shoulder-width apart.

    • Step to the left with your left foot, again pushing your palms together as you engage your chest.

    • Remember to maintain an athletic stance with a slight bend in your knees throughout the movement.

  3. Repetitions:

    • As you repeat this movement, continue alternating between the right and left steps.

    • Aim for 10-15 repetitions on each side, or perform for 30 seconds to 1 minute.

  4. Breathing:

    • Inhale as you step, and exhale as you squeeze your palms together.

  5. Form Tips:

    • Keep your core engaged to maintain balance.

    • Aim to move swiftly but control your movements, ensuring proper form to avoid injury.

    • Your back should remain straight and your shoulders relaxed.

  6. Cool Down:

    • After completing the exercise, perform a gentle stretch for your chest and legs to relax your muscles.

Side-Step Chest Squeeze FAQs

What muscles does the Side-Step Chest Squeeze work?

The Side-Step Chest Squeeze mainly works the chest and core, with help from the back. The main muscles are the pectoralis major and rectus abdominis.

What equipment do you need for the Side-Step Chest Squeeze?

None. The Side-Step Chest Squeeze is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.

What workout day should the Side-Step Chest Squeeze go on?

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

What are some Side-Step Chest Squeeze variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Side-Step Chest Fly, Behind-Head Chest Hand Squeeze, Palm Push March and Chest Prayer Squeeze.

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