Question about push-ups

[Beverly]

I have just finished my first rotation with FitPrime and really like them. However I am confused about the push-ups done with one hand on the step or on the yoga block. Which side is this supposed to emphasize? And how is this superior to doing push-ups with both hands on the floor? I don't find it particularly comfortable and can't figure out what benefit it has.

Thanks!

[fionaangel]

Hi Beverly!

I, too, find it uncomfortable to do the push-ups with one hand on the block. and I don't do them, just continue on with regular ones. I have had carpal tunnel surgery and I also don't want to put greater pressure on the other hand.

I use something called GRIPITZ to do push-ups and yoga; they are something like large soft dumbbells and are sold on gaiam.com.

Thanks for posting the question - I'd also like to know the benefits of this type of push-up! Claire

[kittygirl]

I love these pushups! I actually use the smaller purple portion of the BSS1 Fanny Lifter instead of the yoga block, but whichever hand is on the block or step should have more emphasis. I never really felt it until I got my chest really lo to the floor, which is where I feel a nice stretch before pushing back up.
hth

[Redeye]

whichever hand is on the block or step should have more emphasis That's what I thought.

I had to get used to this particular exercise; it felt weird at first. Now I look forward to it.

[Beverly]

Thanks for the response. But I'm still not getting how an uneven push-up is superior to regular ones. Aside from the stretch at the bottom I don't see how it adds anything to the exercise. Is it supposed to be easier than regular push-ups?

[kittygirl]

I don't think it is supposed to be easier, but I think that it is supposed to give you more ROM (range of motion) at the lowest point of the move, and at the top of the move, it kinda forces you to not fully straighten the arm as is the natural tendency, so it keeps that elevated side more engaged at the top.