The TRX low press is a highly effective upper body strength exercise.
The lower push position primarily relies on the chest and arm strength, as well as on the control of the core.
HOW
Adjust the
TRX handles to hip height and take hold of the handles by your sides. Keep the
elbows close to your sides as you take a step back. In this position, you
should be leaning into the TRX with straight arms. This is the start position.
Keeping the
elbows by your sides and body straight, bend the arms and lower the body
towards the handles. Think about the hips moving towards the handles.
Return and
repeat for reps or time.
WHY
Arguably one
of the best TRX and general upper body strength exercises that exists. We feel
that this particular exercise is underused, underestimated and misunderstood.
When compared
to the classic TRX Press, the simple repositioning of the arms to a lower (hip)
position may not seem like a big deal. However, it will demand more from your
body.
Firstly, the
lower push position results in less shoulder movement. This will call both
chest and triceps suddenly and to a greater extent. It can be disarming at
first, so take it slow until you get used to the movement.
Secondly, the
core will feel like it’s working less, but this is an illusion. The lower push
position does result in less core engagement. However, to perform the movement,
the arms must remain close to the sides. This makes the body more unstable –
requiring activation of the deeper core muscles. You will instantly feel the
difference in core activation.
You can find
the ability to exert strength from a lower arm position in many bodyweight and
gymnastic movements. Still, the inclusion of this exercise in your upper body
strength workouts will no doubt produce quick improvements in overall strength.
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