How to Do a Hindu Push Up

According to champion grappler Matt Furey, Hindu Push Ups have been used for centuries by Indian wrestlers. This unique push up is part of Furey's "Royal Court" of body weight exercises and is used to add strength, endurance and flexibility to the chest, shoulders, back and hips. Train like a champion by following the steps below.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

1. Consult with your doctor and/or fitness professional before beginning any routine to see what type of exercise program is advisable for you.
2. Find a fairly open space (8 to 10 square feet) where you can perform Hindu Push Ups.
3. Get into position with your feet spread slightly wider than shoulder width apart. Bend over, placing your hands above your head and onto the floor while keeping your arms and legs straight. Your body should resemble an inverted "V" with your butt forming the apex while your head is down with your eyes looking back at your feet.
4. Lower your hips and bend your arms moving your torso forward and down while keeping your legs straight. Your chin should dip down and forward nearly touching the floor. Finish by arching the back and looking up to the ceiling with your hips close to the ground.
5. Return to the starting position by raising your hips and pushing yourself back up to the inverted "V" while keeping your arms straight. The movement has been likened to a circular or wavelike motion. Continue performing the exercise until you are unable to maintain good form
6. Push yourself to failure. Furey recommends performing as many push ups in a row as possible stating that even "if you can bench 400 pounds… you will struggle with 25 straight Hindu Push Ups."
7. Use caution when performing the Hindu Push Up. Quick or jerky movements could easily lead to back or neck injuries. Study the picture example provided, before attempting this unusual exercise.