In-Place Walking Chest Push
Tone your chest & get moving! This walking push targets your pecs with each step. No equipment needed, just you and some space!
The In-Place Walking Chest Push is a compound exercise that mainly works the chest and triceps, with help from the back and traps. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
In-Place Walking Chest Push Muscles Worked
Primary
Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head); Triceps (triceps brachii)
Secondary
Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior); Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers)
In-Place Walking Chest Push Variations and Alternatives
How to do the In-Place Walking Chest Push
Starting Position:
Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Keep your knees soft (not locked) and your toes pointing straight ahead.
Hold your arms in front of you with your elbows bent at a 90-degree angle, palms facing outward as if you are about to push something away.
Movement:
Push your arms forward until your elbows are fully extended but not locked. Imagine pushing against an invisible wall.
Squeeze your chest muscles as you push your arms forward.
Return your arms to the starting position by bending your elbows back to the 90-degree angle.
Repeat the push.
Footwork:
With each push, take a small step forward with one foot, alternating feet with each repetition.
Focus on maintaining balance as you step forward.
Keep your core engaged to help stabilize your body.
Breathing:
Exhale as you push your arms forward.
Inhale as you return your arms to the starting position.
Repetitions:
Start with 10-15 repetitions, gradually increasing as you get comfortable.
Tips:
Keep your shoulders relaxed and down away from your ears.
Maintain a steady pace and focus on controlled movements.
Adjust the distance of your steps according to your comfort level, ensuring you maintain stability throughout the exercise.
In-Place Walking Chest Push FAQs
What muscles does the In-Place Walking Chest Push work?
The In-Place Walking Chest Push mainly works the chest and triceps, with help from the back and traps. The main muscles are the pectoralis major and triceps brachii.
What equipment do you need for the In-Place Walking Chest Push?
None. The In-Place Walking Chest Push is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
Is the In-Place Walking Chest Push a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
What workout day should the In-Place Walking Chest Push go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some In-Place Walking Chest Push variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Forward & Top Wall Push, In-Place Press Marching, Palm Push March and Side-Step Chest Squeeze.
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