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Push Up on Bosu Ball

The push up on bosu ball is a bosu ball exercise that targets the chest (pectorals), with the triceps, shoulders and core assisting.

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Push Up on Bosu Ball — demonstration
Target muscle
Pectorals
Also works
Triceps, shoulders, core
Equipment
Bosu ball
Body part
Chest

How to do the push up on bosu ball

  1. Place the bosu ball on the ground with the flat side facing up.
  2. Position yourself in a push-up position with your hands on the outer edges of the bosu ball.
  3. Engage your core and lower your body down towards the bosu ball by bending your elbows.
  4. Push yourself back up to the starting position by extending your arms.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Sets and reps

For muscle growth, 3–4 sets of 8–12 reps with 60–90 seconds of rest is a proven starting point. For strength, use a heavier weight for 3–5 sets of 3–6 reps and rest 2–3 minutes. Add a little weight once you hit the top of your rep range on every set.

Muscles worked

The main muscle is the chest (pectorals). The triceps, shoulders and core work as secondary muscles. See all chest exercises.

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