KICKBOARD PUSH DOWN - VERTICAL
Strengthen core and upper body muscles through vertical kickboard pushing movements.
How to Perform
- Stand in shoulder-high water with feet shoulder-width apart and spine neutral.
- Hold a kickboard in both hands in front of your body at chest height, elbows bent.
- Push the board straight down in front of your body, straightening your elbows slowly.
- Think of it like pushing a knife straight down in the water.
- Pull the board back up to the starting position. Complete prescribed repetitions.
Key Execution Cues
Remember: Push board straight down with force. Straighten arms fully. Pull back up smoothly. Feel arm muscles working.
Safety & Precautions
Important: Avoid if acute arm, chest, or shoulder injury. Do not force beyond comfortable range.
Additional Safety Notes: Do not force the push. Stop if you experience pain. Keep movements controlled.
Exercise Modifications
Make it Harder (Progressions)
Increase repetitions. Increase movement speed. Increase push force.
Make it Easier (Regressions)
Decrease repetitions. Decrease push force. Slower movement pace.