Push-Ups With Feet On An Exercise Ball

The Push-Ups With Feet On An Exercise Ball is a intermediate compound movement that activates 3 muscle groups simultaneously. It primarily targets the Chest, making it one of the more efficient exercises in RepStack's 873-exercise database.

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Push-Ups With Feet On An Exercise Ball - starting position

Starting position

Push-Ups With Feet On An Exercise Ball - ending position

Ending position

Muscles Worked

Primary Chest

The chest handles the primary load during this movement. The shoulders and triceps assist as stabilizers throughout the range of motion.

How to Push-Ups With Feet On An Exercise Ball

  1. 1

    Lie on the floor face down and place your hands about 36 inches apart from each other holding your torso up at arms length.

  2. 2

    Place your toes on top of an exercise ball. This will allow your body to be elevated.

  3. 3

    Lower yourself until your chest almost touches the floor as you inhale.

  4. 4

    Using your pectoral muscles, press your upper body back up to the starting position and squeeze your chest. Breathe out as you perform this step.

  5. 5

    After a second pause at the contracted position, repeat the movement for the prescribed amount of repetitions.

Common Mistakes

  • Brace your core before initiating the movement — maintain tension throughout the entire range of motion.
  • Control the eccentric (lowering) phase for at least 2 seconds to maximize muscle fiber recruitment.
  • Avoid locking out aggressively at the top — stop just short of full extension to keep tension on the muscle.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does the Push-Ups With Feet On An Exercise Ball work?

The Push-Ups With Feet On An Exercise Ball primarily works the Chest. Secondary muscles include the Shoulders, Triceps, which assist during the movement.

Is the Push-Ups With Feet On An Exercise Ball good for beginners?

The Push-Ups With Feet On An Exercise Ball is rated intermediate. Beginners should build foundational strength with simpler movements first, then progress to this exercise once comfortable with the movement pattern.

What equipment do I need for the Push-Ups With Feet On An Exercise Ball?

You need exercise ball to perform the Push-Ups With Feet On An Exercise Ball. Most commercial gyms will have this available.

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