Strength – sphinx push ups
Player starts in a forearm plank position and presses up through the arms before lowering back with control. This drill strengthens the shoulders, triceps, chest, and core stability.
Equipment
Exercise mat
Coaching points
- Keep core tight
- Press evenly through both arms
- Control the lower phase
- Keep hips from sagging
Common mistakes
- Dropping the hips
- Pressing unevenly
- Rushing the movement
- Shrugging shoulders toward ears
Action video
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Difficulty
Intermediate
Duration
30 seconds
Repetitions
12 × 1 sets
Touches
0
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