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Push-Up in Child Pose

Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Push-Up in Child Pose.

EasyTricepsMiddle chest

About this exercise

A chest-focused bodyweight exercise that begins in child's pose and transitions into a push-up, combining a deep pectoral stretch at the bottom with pressing strength at the top. The movement pattern emphasizes full range of motion and is accessible to beginners.

How to Perform

  • Start in child's pose with arms extended forward on the mat, hips toward your heels, and forehead down
  • Slide your body forward along the floor, bringing your chest low to the ground as you shift into a plank
  • Perform a push-up by pressing through your palms to extend your arms fully
  • Pause briefly at the top in a plank position, keeping your core engaged
  • Lower your chest back to the floor and slide your hips back to child's pose to complete one rep

Muscle Activation

Primary
TricepsMiddle chest
Secondary
CoreFront shoulders

About the Push-Up in Child Pose

The Push-Up in Child Pose 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.