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What do people think of on knee push-ups when if are they appropriate

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jessica November 25, 2014 0 Comments

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Christine0 Posted 0 Comments

Hi Jessica,

I will use knee push-ups occasionally–I feel that they are appropriate for many people with limitations. I do prefer, however, to try an incline position first to engage the chest and the core more. I also agree with Nancy on the eccentric phase of the pushup–have them on their toes to lower down if they can and then drop to their knees for the concentric phase up.

All said and done, it will really depend on your client.

Christine

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LaRue0 Posted 0 Comments

Like most other exercises, this exercise has a ‘utility’ under the right circumstances. Used as a modification or as a progression for a client needing either, this exercise can be good.

LaRue, CSCS
www.lecfitness.com

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Knee push-ups are fine. Inclines are also good.

Another option that I use for someone who is in between the ability to do a full push-up and a knee push-up is to do the eccentric phase (the “down”) from a full push-up position, drop their knees, then do the concentric phase (the “up”) from the knees. Since we’re typically stronger eccentrically than concentrically, it’s a small progression to help someone move beyond doing knee push-ups forever.

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Paul0 Posted 0 Comments

Hi Jessica,

I think that knee push ups are fine – I’ve been incorporating them into clients’ workouts for years. It’s a great option for those who aren’t yet strong enough to perform standard pushups. Incline pushups (as others have suggested) is another good option.

Paul Thomas
www.homeworkoutguy.com

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Kelly0 Posted 0 Comments

I have them try a push up with assist from a balance ball before having them try from a bent knee. I feel the ball allows for proper alignment and promotes upper body strengthening more effectively.

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