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modified push up to lower arms

The modified push up to lower arms is a bodyweight exercise targeting the forearms, with secondary emphasis on the triceps, chest, and shoulders. It involves transitioning from a push-up position to lowering the forearms to the ground and then pressing back up.

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Equipment

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Instructions

  1. Start in a push-up position with your hands directly under your shoulders and your body in a straight line.
  2. Lower your body down towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your sides.
  3. Once your elbows are at a 90-degree angle, lower your forearms to the ground, keeping your elbows directly under your shoulders.
  4. Pause for a moment, then push through your palms to lift your forearms back up to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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