Scapular Push-Up

What it is

In a plank with straight arms, you let the chest sink between the shoulder blades and then push it back up, moving only the shoulder blades. It trains the serratus anterior and teaches the protraction needed for planche and handstand work. The elbows never bend.

Technique tips

• Keep the elbows locked the whole time
• Let the shoulder blades pinch together
• Push the floor away and spread the blades
• Keep the core tight, no hip sag

How to track your progress

Log reps, and add the extra load if you wear a belt or a vest. Straddly counts your bodyweight in the estimated max, so added weight and extra reps both show up as progress, and new records are flagged during the session.