MIM: Shoulder Push Ups

It’s Monday, time to MOVE IT!  If you over-indulged a bit for yesterday’s holiday, just get those walking or running shoes and take Fido out for a fun walk and add this shoulder-toning exercise along the way!  These shoulder push ups will work your shoulders, back, and arms.

Start with 1 set of 5 reps and progress to 10 reps or more as you get stronger!  If you can do 12 of these easily, it’s time to take it to single-leg and add an extra set!

Start in a pike position (top photo), up on your toes, with your hands in a push up position, fingers pointed slightly towards each other.

Next, lower your head down towards your hands so elbows come out wide.  This will be a fairly small movement. You can start with your hands on a higher surface like a bench or low wall if you’re not ready to do these from the ground.  Meanwhile, your pup should wait in a sit or down.  When you’re done you can work with him on his “bow” pose!

(Photo source: Health.com)

And that’s IT!  Easy right?  You will be rocking those tank tops in no time with this one.  Let us know how you do!