One Arm Push Up demonstration

One Arm Push Up

Learn how to do the One Arm Push Up with proper form, setup, and execution.

This none movement primarily targets chest, including upper chest, lower chest.

How to Perform One Arm Push Up

  1. 1

    Get into a push-up position and place one hand flat on the floor under your chest.

  2. 2

    Move your feet wider than shoulder-width for balance and place your free hand behind your back.

  3. 3

    Your body should be in a straight line from head to toe.

  4. 4

    Engage your abs and take a breath.

  5. 5

    Lower your chest toward the floor by bending your elbow.

  6. 6

    Push through your palm to press yourself back up and exhale.

  7. 7

    Once finished training one side, do the same number of reps with your other arm.

Training Guidelines

The targets below are general guidelines. Adjust volume and intensity based on your experience, recovery, and goals. If you track effort, aim for most working sets around RPE 7–9.

GoalSetsRepsRest
Strength3-54-62-3 min
Muscle Growth3-48-1260-90 sec
Endurance2-315-2030-60 sec
Beginner2-310-1560-90 sec

Want to pair movements efficiently? Try grouping them as supersets.

Frequently Asked Questions