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Dive Bomber Push-Up

Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Dive Bomber Push-Up.

HardFront shouldersMiddle chest

About this exercise

The Dive Bomber Push-Up is an advanced bodyweight exercise that moves through a sweeping arc from a downward-dog position down and forward into an upward-dog position, then reverses back. It develops upper body strength, shoulder mobility, and core stability simultaneously.

How to Perform

  • Start in a downward-dog position with hips raised, forming an inverted V with your body
  • Lower your chest toward the floor by bending your elbows and sweeping your head forward and down
  • Continue the arc, pushing your chest through and lifting it upward into an upward-dog position
  • Keep your hips low and arms extended at the top
  • Reverse the movement, sweeping back through and returning to the downward-dog start position
  • Repeat the full arc for the desired number of reps

Muscle Activation

Primary
Front shouldersMiddle chest
Secondary
TricepsCoreLower back

About the Dive Bomber Push-Up

The Dive Bomber Push-Up is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.