Oblique Atomic Push-Up (TRX / Suspension Trainer)
An extremely challenging compound movement combining chest pressing with rotational core work. Requires exceptional shoulder stability and core strength.
Instructions
- Start in a plank position with your feet in the TRX straps
- Perform a standard push-up motion, lowering your chest toward the ground
- As you press back up, rotate your body to one side
- Bring your knee toward your opposite elbow in a crunch-like motion
- Return to the plank position and repeat on the opposite side
- Alternate sides in a coordinated, controlled manner
- Maintain core tension and hip stability throughout
- Complete the prescribed number of repetitions
Tips
- This combines a push-up with core rotation; it’s extremely demanding
- Your core must prevent excessive rotation or sagging
- The movement requires significant shoulder stability
- Master basic push-ups and TRX movements before attempting this
- Maintain a neutral spine and engaged core throughout
- Control the rotational portion; avoid jerky movements
- Breathe out during the exertion, breathe in during recovery
- This builds exceptional pressing and rotational core strength
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 | 7 reps |
| Build muscle | 3 | 10 reps |
| Build endurance | 3 | 14 reps |
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