How to do the Archer Push-up, step by step
- Set your hands very wide, fingers turned out.
- Lower to one side: that arm bends, the other stays straight.
- Bring your chest next to the bent hand.
- Press back up and switch sides.
Common mistakes and how to fix them
- Straight arm bends tooconsciously keep it straight, even if your range gets shorter.
- Hips rotate awaycore tight, pelvis parallel to the floor.
How to scale the Archer Push-up
If you can't do the movement cleanly yet or the workout is too heavy, use one of these variations:
- Hands on a bench
- Shorter range to the side
These descriptions are general guidance and don't replace a coach. Have someone at your box show you new movements, and stop if anything hurts.