Incline Push-Up Depth Jump

Incline Push-Up Depth Jump is a great exercise for building upper body strength and power. It involves starting in an incline push-up position with your feet on top of a box and your hands just inside two thick mats or aerobics steps. You then lower your body with a bending motion at the elbows, quickly reversing the position to push off the ground. As you leave the ground, you should move your hands onto the steps and bend your elbows to absorb the impact. This motion is then repeated to return to the starting position. This exercise will help build upper body strength, power, and agility.

1. Gather the necessary equipment: a box that is approximately 12 inches high and two thick mats or aerobics steps.
2. Position the mats or steps just outside of your shoulders.
3. Place your feet on top of the box, creating an incline pushup position.
4. Position your hands just inside the steps.
5. This will be your starting position.
6. Bend at the elbows to lower your body.
7. Quickly reverse the position to push your body off of the ground.
8. As you leave the ground, move your hands onto the steps.
9. Bend your elbows to absorb the impact.
10. Repeat the motion to return to the starting position.

1. Make sure to use a box that is about 12 inches high and two thick mats or aerobics steps for this exercise.
2. Place the steps just outside of your shoulders and position your feet on top of the box to ensure you are in the correct starting position.
3. Keep your hands just inside the steps to maintain stability and balance throughout the exercise.
4. When lowering your body, engage your core muscles and maintain proper form to prevent any strain or injury.
5. As you push off the ground, be sure to move your hands onto the steps and bend your elbows to absorb the impact. This will help protect your joints.
6. Repeat the exercise at a controlled pace to avoid any sudden movements or jerking motions.
7. If you experience any pain or discomfort during the exercise, stop immediately and consult a fitness professional or healthcare provider.
8. Remember to breathe consistently throughout the exercise to maintain oxygen flow to your muscles.
9. Gradually increase the intensity and difficulty of the exercise over time as your strength and power improve.
10. Always warm up before attempting this exercise to prepare your muscles and joints for the movements involved.

Incorporating the Incline Push-Up Depth Jump into your workouts can be done in several ways. Here are a few suggestions: 1. Circuit Training: Include the Incline Push-Up Depth Jump as one of the exercises in a circuit training routine. Alternate between this exercise and other upper body exercises such as dumbbell curls, tricep dips, or shoulder presses. Perform each exercise for a set amount of time or number of repetitions before moving on to the next exercise. This will help improve upper body strength, power, and agility while also providing a cardiovascular workout. 2. Superset: Pair the Incline Push-Up Depth Jump with another lower body exercise such as squats or lunges. Perform a set of Incline Push-Up Depth Jumps followed immediately by a set of the lower body exercise without any rest in between. Rest for a short period of time before repeating the superset for multiple rounds. This will create a challenging full-body workout that targets both upper and lower body muscles. 3. Plyometric Circuit: Create a plyometric circuit by combining the Incline Push-Up Depth Jump with other explosive exercises such as box jumps, burpees, or jump squats. Perform each exercise for a set amount of time or number of repetitions before moving on to the next exercise. This type of circuit will improve power, explosiveness, and overall athletic performance. 4. HIIT Workout: Incorporate the Incline Push-Up Depth Jump into a high-intensity interval training (HIIT