Workout at Home with MMA Matrix: Chest Exercises (Beginner Level)

Workout at Home with MMA Matrix: Chest Exercises (Beginner Level)

COVID-19 is here to stay among us for a bit but it can’t shatter our lives and stop us from getting our fitness routine back on track. Yes, you heard that right - we can begin our fitness journey right at the comfort of our homes and adjust to the new normal. And for that, we have designed specific workout routines targeting different body parts with different difficulty levels. These routines are easy to perform, doesn’t require any equipment and are very effective using just your bodyweight.

 

The first routine is targeted towards the chest muscles and is a beginner level routine to get your body accustomed to high-intensity routines moving ahead with your fitness journey.

 

  • Warm-Up (10 minutes)

Start with stretching your hands and legs, neck rotating exercises and jumping jacks. This will allow your nerves and muscles to open up and be prepared for intensified exercises ahead.

 

  • Push-Ups (12 reps)

Lay prone on the ground with arms supporting your body. Keep your body straight while raising and lowering your body with your arms. This exercise works the chest, shoulders, triceps, back and legs.

 

  • Box Push-Ups (12 reps)

Start with your knees under your butt and your hands directly under your shoulders. Bend your elbows and do a push-up. Return to the start position and repeat.

 

  • Wide Arm Push-Ups (12 reps)

Start in the regular push-up position with your hands spread wider than your shoulders. Then push your body up and down keeping your body straight.

 

  • Incline Push-Ups (12 reps)

Start in a regular push-up position but with your hands elevated on a chair or bench. Then push your body up down using your arm strength. And, remember to keep your body straight

 

  • Knee Push-Ups (12 reps)

Start in the regular push-up position, then let your knees touch the floor and raise your feet up off the floor. Next push your body up and down.

 

  • Hindu Push-Ups (12 reps)

Start with your hands and feet touching the floor, body bent and butt up in an upside-down V shape. Then bend your elbows to bring your body towards the floor. When your body is close to the floor, raise your upper body up as far as possible. Then return to the original position and repeat.

 

Anybody who wishes to get fit can follow this fitness routine, however, this routine is for those who are hesitant in stepping out of their homes right now as they are surrounded by family members with vulnerable immune conditions and old age factors. Their concern is understandable and they should step out only when they feel comfortable about the situation outside and that is why we have come up with our home workout series. Happy Workout!

 

It is very important for all of us to take these times very seriously by following all the safety precautions. Let’s get ready to live in the New Normal and begin our respective fitness journeys.

 

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