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Butt-Ups

Primary
Abdominals
Equipment
Bodyweight
Level
beginner

Butt-Ups demonstration

Butt-Ups, starting position
Butt-Ups, starting position
Butt-Ups, finishing position
Butt-Ups, finishing position

How to Perform

  1. 1Begin a pushup position but with your elbows on the ground and resting on your forearms. Your arms should be bent at a 90 degree angle.
  2. 2Arch your back slightly out rather than keeping your back completely straight.
  3. 3Raise your glutes toward the ceiling, squeezing your abs tightly to close the distance between your ribcage and hips. The end result will be that you'll end up in a high bridge position. Exhale as you perform this portion of the movement.
  4. 4Lower back down slowly to your starting position as you breathe in. Tip: Don't let your back sag downwards.
  5. 5Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Video Tutorial

Tips & Common Mistakes

  • •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
  • •Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
  • •Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
  • •This is a great exercise for beginners - focus on form over reps
  • •As a compound movement, this exercise works multiple muscle groups efficiently

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
Abdominals

Exercise Details

Category
Strength
Force
pull
Mechanic
compound
Level
beginner

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Butt-Ups work?

Butt-Ups primarily targets the Abdominals.

What equipment do I need for Butt-Ups?

Butt-Ups requires Bodyweight.

Is Butt-Ups suitable for beginners?

Yes, Butt-Ups is suitable for beginners. It's classified as a beginner-level exercise.

Alternatives to Butt-Ups

Substitute any of these when the equipment is taken or unavailable. They train the same primary muscles.