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Superman Push-Up exercise animation

Superman Push-Up

Category
Chest
Equipment
Body Weight
Target
Pectorals

Extending fully into a superman position between reps — arms and legs off the ground at full extension — adds a serious core and lower-back demand on top of the standard push-up. It's an advanced variation that punishes a weak core before it punishes weak arms. Most lifters should have strict push-ups and solid plank strength locked in before attempting this one.

How to Do the Superman Push-Up

  1. Start in a high plank position with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart and your feet together.
  2. Engage your core and lower your body towards the ground, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
  3. As you lower your body, simultaneously lift your right arm and left leg off the ground, extending them straight out.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top, then lower your arm and leg back down while pushing yourself back up to the starting position.
  5. Repeat the movement, this time lifting your left arm and right leg.
  6. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles Worked

The Superman Push-Up primarily targets the Pectorals, with Core as the primary synergist muscle group, along with the Shoulders.

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Equipment Alternatives

Don't have body weight? These target the same pectorals with different equipment.

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FAQ

What muscles does the Superman Push-Up work?
The Superman Push-Up primarily targets the pectorals, with the core and shoulders assisting.
What equipment do I need for the Superman Push-Up?
The Superman Push-Up is done with no equipment — just body weight.
What's a good alternative to the Superman Push-Up?
If you don't have access to the space or setup it needs, the Assisted Chest Dip (kneeling) targets the same pectorals using leverage machine instead.