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Exercise Ball Exercises - Wall Pushup
| Starting
Position |
- These exercise ball exercises require you to stand
holding the ball against the wall at chest height.
- Put your hands on the ball at shoulder height.
- Step back.
- The further you step back, the harder the ball
exercise becomes.
- You should be straight from your head to your heels.
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| Action |
- Bend your elbows and allow yourself to move in toward
the exercise ball.
- Pause briefly and push back to the starting position.
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| Prime
Movers |
- Pectoral muscles, triceps, deltoid
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| Physio
Tips |
- Contract your abdominals to protect your back.
- Pull your shoulderblades back and down to aid in
scapular stability.
- Don't let your butt stick out or you hips sag.
- Be careful if you have neck, wrist or shoulder
problems.
- If you have discomfort, consult a physical therapist.
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| Progression |
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 Repeat
this ball exercise 6 times.
 Repeat
this ball exercise 10 times.
 Repeat
this ball exercise 15 times.
| Beginner |
Intermediate |
Expert |
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