Body Saw to Push Press to Crunch (TRX / Suspension Trainer)
An advanced full-body suspension exercise combining a body saw with a push-up press and a crunch for total-body engagement.
Instructions
- Anchor the TRX straps at mid-length.
- Position yourself facing away from the anchor, feet in the stirrups in a plank position.
- Perform a body saw by pushing and pulling your body away from and toward the anchor.
- From the body saw, transition into a push-up by bending your elbows and lowering your body.
- Press back up, explosively if possible, to return to the plank position.
- From the plank, bring your feet toward your chest by crunching at the hips and core.
- Return your feet to the full plank position.
- Repeat this three-movement sequence for the desired number of reps.
Tips
- This exercise requires significant core strength and stability—ensure you can perform each component separately first.
- Keep your body rigid during the body saw and plank portions.
- The push-up should be controlled and full-range when possible.
- The crunch phase should involve true core flexion, not just hip flexion.
- Maintain consistent tension throughout all three movements.
Recommended starting values
Sensible novice starting points for each goal, for a lifter aged 25–40. Scale down for smaller frames or older lifters. Treat the first set of any session as a discovery set.
| Goal | Sets | Reps |
|---|---|---|
| Gain strength | 3 | 15 reps |
| Build muscle | 3 | 18 reps |
| Build endurance | 3 | 25 reps |
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