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iso crunch bodyweight press to over head reach

Strengthens chest, core

ChestBeginnerStrengthPress

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: chest. Secondary: triceps, shoulders
Muscle groupChest
DifficultyBeginner
TypeStrength · Press
Sets & reps3 sets × 10-12 reps
Estimated calories burned~30 kcal

How to do it

  1. Step 1: Setup for iso crunch bodyweight press to over head reach.
  2. Step 2: Engage core and set posture.
  3. Step 3: Perform the movement with control.
  4. Step 4: Squeeze at the peak.
  5. Step 5: Return slowly and repeat.

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Strengthens chest, core

Common mistakes

Using momentum or losing form

Make it harder

Increase load or slow tempo

Make it easier

Reduce load or range of motion

Breathing

Exhale on effort, inhale on return

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