Elbow Reverse Push-Up

Elbow Reverse Push-Up
English Name Elbow Reverse Push-Up
Difficulty Intermediate
Exercise Types کششی
Primary Muscle (EN) Posterior Deltoid
Muscle GroupsBack muscles Shoulder Muscles Trapezius
Workout TypeStrength training
Required equipmentBench

💠 Exercise guide

The Elbow Reverse Push-Up on a chair is an effective exercise for strengthening the posterior deltoids, rhomboids, and upper back muscles. It helps improve shoulder stability, correct posture, and increase back strength.

💠 How to perform the exercise

Reverse Push-up with Elbow

Preparation

✅ Place two sturdy chairs side by side, leaving enough space between them for your upper body.

✅ Sit on the floor between the chairs with your legs extended straight out.

✅ Position your elbows on the edges of the chairs, bending your arms at a 90-degree angle with your palms facing inward or downward.

Execution method

✅ Engage your core and draw your shoulder blades together.

✅ Press your elbows firmly into the chairs to slowly lift your upper body off the ground.

✅ At the top, feel the contraction in your back muscles, then slowly return to the starting position.

Repetitions: 10–15 reps for 2–3 sets.

Coaching tips and recommendations

✅ Perform the movement slowly and with full control.

✅ Avoid using momentum or lifting your hips.

✅ Keep your focus on contracting the back and posterior deltoid muscles.

✅ Maintain steady breathing; exhale as you lift, inhale as you lower.

✅ Ensure the chairs are stable and secure to prevent slipping or tipping.

Benefits of the exercise

1️⃣ Strengthens the posterior deltoids and improves shoulder muscle balance
2️⃣ Enhances shoulder joint stability and reduces the risk of injury
3️⃣ Improves posture and reduces upper-back rounding
4️⃣ Builds back muscles for better upper-body balance
5️⃣ Suitable for corrective and rehabilitation programs
6️⃣ Increases shoulder mobility and flexibility
7️⃣ Reduces stress on joints due to controlled movement
8️⃣ Allows focused isolation of target muscles without advanced equipment
9️⃣ Improves performance in upper-body exercises such as bench press and shoulder press
🔟 Can be performed anywhere with simple equipment like chairs

💠 Muscles engaged in the movement

In the Elbow Reverse Push-Up on a chair, the main emphasis is on the posterior deltoid, which is responsible for drawing the arm backward and rotating it outward. Supporting muscles also engage to maintain stability and control throughout the movement.

Main muscles

Posterior Deltoid
Posterior Deltoid

Synergistic muscles

Rhomboids
Rhomboids
Latissimus Dorsi
Latissimus dorsi
Pectoralis major
Pectoralis major
Middle and Lower Trapezius
Middle and Lower Trapezius
Erector Spinae
Erector Spinae
Infraspinatus
Infraspinatus
Teres Minor
Teres Minor
Lateral deltoid
Lateral Deltoid

Stabilizers

Abdominal Muscles
Abdominals
Gluteus Maximus
Gluteus Maximus
Engaged muscles

Deltoid Muscle

Deltoideus Muscle

🔹 The deltoid muscle is one of the most important and voluminous muscles of the shoulder region. Its primary function is to move the arm in various directions and stabilize the shoulder joint. Due to its triangular shape, it is named “deltoid,” derived from the Greek word “Δέλτα” (delta), meaning triangle.

🔹 The deltoid muscle is divided into three distinct heads, each playing a specific role in shoulder movement. The anterior head assists in forward motions and arm flexion, the middle head is responsible for abduction and lifting the arm, and the posterior head supports extension and movements behind the body. This muscle is essential for the stability and strength of the shoulder joint, and its weakness can lead to limited range of motion, reduced shoulder power, and an increased risk of injury.

Deltoid Muscle

Trapezius muscle

Trapezius Muscle

The trapezius muscle is one of the most important superficial back muscles, extending from the occipital region to the middle of the back. It plays a key role in shoulder movements, scapular stabilization, and neck motions. Strengthening this muscle improves shoulder endurance, reduces neck pain, and enhances overall posture.

Trapezius muscle

Rhomboid Major Muscle

Rhomboid Major Muscle

The rhomboid major is one of the superficial muscles of the back, located between the spine and the scapula. It lies adjacent to the rhomboid minor muscle and is responsible for retracting the scapula towards the spine, stabilizing the shoulder, and assisting with scapular movements. Strengthening this muscle helps improve posture, prevent shoulder drooping, and reduce pain in the area between the shoulder blades.

Rhomboid Muscle

Latissimus dorsi muscle

Latissimus Dorsi Muscle

The latissimus dorsi is one of the strongest and widest superficial back muscles, playing a crucial role in pulling movements, backward bending, and internal rotation of the arm. It extends from the lower spine to the humerus and is responsible for generating pulling force in exercises like pull-ups, swimming, and rowing. Strengthening this muscle enhances pulling power, improves body posture, and reduces the risk of lower back and shoulder injuries.

Latissimus dorsi muscle | Lats

Muscle training

Pelank is a comprehensive encyclopedia of the body’s muscles, providing an accurate and scientific review of all muscles. Below, you can find muscle groups. By clicking on each muscle group, you will have access to complete information about it, including:

1️⃣ Basic information about the muscle
2️⃣ Muscle anatomy
3️⃣ Muscle physiology
4️⃣ Innervation and blood supply
5️⃣ Importance of the muscle in the body and sports
6️⃣ Strengthening exercises
7️⃣ Scientific and interesting facts

📌 At the end, a summary review of each muscle will be provided.

Body muscles training guide link

🔹 The muscle group engaged in this movement is highlighted in color.

References

Anatomy and medical books :

Sports and training references :

  • Strength Training Anatomy by Frederic Delavier
  • Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning by NSCA
  • Well-known articles and training programs by international coaches

Medical databases :

  • PubMed (for scientific and research articles)
  • MedlinePlus (health and medical information)
  • WebMD (for practical and general health information)

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