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You worked your chest and back with supersets in the March 2010 issue of Oxygen. Here’s one more move to add to your routine to strengthen your chest, arms and shoulders.

Push it!
 

PUSH-UP

Target Muscles: chest, triceps, shoulders and core

Set Up: Kneel on a mat with your hands down on the floor wider than shoulder-width apart. Make sure your body forms a diagonal line between your head and your knees. With knees still on the mat, lift your feet off the floor [A].

Action: Bend your elbows and lower your torso, keeping your abs tight and hips lifted. When your chest is close to the mat [B], straighten your arms to return to the start position without locking your elbows. Repeat.

Tips: 
• Don’t let your back sag in the middle.
• Keep your abs tight and your torso rigid.
• For best results, try to push up explosively.

 

Photography: Jason Breeze, Model: Lori Harder, Hair & Makeup: Valeria Nova, Styling: Elle Patille, Clothing: Lululemon


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