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Exercises / Archer push up

Archer push up GIF

Figure

Male figure; the female figure follows.

Muscles
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Worked muscles

  • ChestMusculus pectoralis major
  • ShouldersMusculus deltoideus
  • Front shouldersMusculus deltoideus, pars clavicularis
  • TricepsMusculus triceps brachii
  • ObliquesMusculus obliquus externus abdominis
Equipment
No equipment
Level
advanced
Loop
One repetition, 2.37 seconds

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Part of the push-up pack, all 14 push-up variations: male figure (the female figure follows), GIF, WebP and MP4 at 480 and 720 px, commercial license.

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GET one exercise
curl https://api.exercisegif.com/v1/exercises/archer-push-up \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer $EXERCISEGIF_KEY"

Returns the exercise with GIF, WebP and MP4 links for both figures. Docs

How to do a archer push up

  1. Start in a wide push-up position with hands placed significantly wider than shoulder-width apart and feet hip-width apart\
  2. Lower your body by shifting your weight to one side, bending that arm while keeping the opposite arm straight
  3. Descend until your chest nearly touches the ground near your bent arm, with the straight arm extended to the side
  4. Push back up by driving through your bent arm while maintaining the straight arm position
  5. Return to the starting position and repeat on the opposite side
  6. Alternate sides for each repetition or complete all reps on one side before switching

Form tips

  • - Keep your core engaged and body in a straight line throughout the movement
  • - The straight arm should remain locked out and act as a support, not assist with pushing
  • - Start with regular push-ups and single-arm assisted variations before attempting archer push-ups
  • - Focus on controlled movement rather than speed to maximize muscle engagement and prevent injury
  • - If too difficult, elevate your hands on a sturdy surface or perform on your knees

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