Exercise

Body-Up

Also known as: body up, plank up, plank to push up, forearm to push up plank

Body-Up is a isolation exercise for the triceps. Main target: triceps lateral head and triceps medial head. Also works: middle chest, anterior deltoid, upper abs and forearm flexors. No equipment needed — just your bodyweight.

EquipmentBodyweight

TypeIsolation

MovementPush

CategoryStrength

Muscles worked

Primary

Triceps lateral head Triceps medial head

Secondary

Middle chest Anterior deltoid Upper abs Forearm flexors

How to do it

Assume a plank position on the ground. You should be supporting your bodyweight on your toes and forearms, keeping your torso straight. Your forearms should be shoulder-width apart. This will be your starting position.
Pressing your palms firmly into the ground, extend through the elbows to raise your body from the ground. Keep your torso rigid as you perform the movement.
Slowly lower your forearms back to the ground by allowing the elbows to flex.
Repeat for the prescribed number of repetitions.