Fitness Volt
  • Bodybuilding
  • Powerlifting
  • Strongman
  • Workouts
    • Training
    • Exercise Guides
    • Workout Plans
    • Celebrity Workouts
    • Training Programs
  • Nutrition
    • Supplements
    • Diet
    • Fasting
    • Diet Plans
    • Nutrition Tips
    • Food Facts
  • Reviews
  • More
    • CrossFit
    • News
      • Arnold Classic
      • Mr. Olympia
      • Results
      • 2022 WSM
    • Fitness Calculator
    • Profiles
    • Motivation
    • Videos
    • MMA
No Result
View All Result
Fitness Volt
  • Bodybuilding
  • Powerlifting
  • Strongman
  • Workouts
    • Training
    • Exercise Guides
    • Workout Plans
    • Celebrity Workouts
    • Training Programs
  • Nutrition
    • Supplements
    • Diet
    • Fasting
    • Diet Plans
    • Nutrition Tips
    • Food Facts
  • Reviews
  • More
    • CrossFit
    • News
      • Arnold Classic
      • Mr. Olympia
      • Results
      • 2022 WSM
    • Fitness Calculator
    • Profiles
    • Motivation
    • Videos
    • MMA
No Result
View All Result
Fitness Volt
No Result
View All Result
Back

Elbow Lift (Back)

How to do the elbow lift

Dr. Malik

Written by Dr. Malik

Last Updated onApril 17, 2019

The elbow lift is a very effective bodyweight exercise which builds muscle and strength in the back muscles. Now, generally, anyone can perform this exercise as long as you have healthy elbows. But to ensure optimal comfort and safety it’s recommended to always use a thick mat to support your elbows and allow you to do the exercise comfortably and effectively.

The elbow lift generally works all back muscles and is a great exercise for when you don’t have access to a gym or equipment. So, include this exercise in your next back workout and see how it works for you as the results could be pleasantly surprising.

In This Exercise

  • Target Muscle Group: All back muscles
  • Type: Strength
  • Mechanics: Isolation
  • Equipment: Floor Mat
  • Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate

Exercise Instructions

  1. Lie down on the floor
  2. Then, raise your upper body up by pushing with your elbows. Exhale during this portion of the exercise.
  3. Hold for 2-3 seconds.
  4. Lower yourself back down until you’re lying flat on the floor. Inhale during this portion of the exercise.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of reps.

Variations & Tips:

  • Keep your core tight during the exercise.
  • You can place a weight plate on your torso for added resistance.
  • Try to lift yourself up just high enough to get a good back contraction.
  • The elbow lift works the back muscles in general.

Watch: How to do the elbow lift

Stay on top of the latest fitness news and updates by adding Fitness Volt to your Google News feed: Follow us on Google News You can also follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube for even more content.
Facebook Twitter Reddit Flipboard LinkedIn
Categories: Back Exercise Guides
Previous Post

Weighted Russian Twist (Obliques)

Next Post

WATCH: Tom Platz Shares His Secret To Historic Calves in Q&A

Dr. Malik

Dr. Malik

Dr. Malik is an MD and fitness expert who has published on reputable websites. He combines medical knowledge with a passion for fitness to provide readers with accurate and scientifically-backed advice on exercise, muscle building, and overall wellness.

Related

Side Lunge Stretches

How To Do Side Lunge Stretches – Tips, Benefits, Variations, Common Mistakes, Optimal Sets and Reps

Combo exercises like the side lunge stretch should be a staple in everyone's daily and/or weekly fitness regime. They'll benefit...

Single Leg Extension

How To Do Single Leg Extension – Tips, Benefits, Variations, Sets & Reps

Single leg extensions are a highly favored gym exercise for building the quadriceps thigh muscles for several reasons. They're less...

Scapular Pull Ups

How To Do Scapular Pull-Ups – Tips, Benefits, Variations, Sets and Reps

The name "pull-up" would imply using your arm muscles to lift your chin up and over a bar. However, the...

How To Do Side Plank

How To Do Side Plank – Tips, Benefits, Variations, Sets and Reps

Isometric exercises like plank variations are a beneficial addition to any core training routine. Aside from strengthening your midsection and...

How To Do Side Bridge

How To Do Side Bridges – Tips, Benefits, Variations, Sets/Reps

Plank-based exercises such as oblique-focused side bridges help to build a solid strength foundation in the core and entire body....

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Latest

Brian Shaw Announces Events For 2023 Shaw Classic

Nick Walker Plans to ‘See How Far the Body Can Really Go’ in 2023, Reflects on Changes in Training Style

Former 2x Mr. Olympia Big Ramy to Guest Pose at 2023 Pittsburgh Pro After No-Showing Last Year

Ryan Terry Shares His New Intense Abs And HIIT Training Routine

Can You Drink Coffee While Intermittent Fasting?

How To Do B-Stance RDL (Romanian Deadlift)

Reviews

Best Preacher Curl Benches

10 Best Preacher Curl Benches in 2023 (Review & Ranked)

Ancheer Treadmills Review

6 Best Ancheer Treadmills in 2023 (Review & Ranked)

Best Bone Broth Supplements

10 Best Bone Broth Supplements of 2023 (Reviewed & Ranked)

Fitness Volt

At FitnessVolt.com Our mission is to help our readers to achieve their fitness goals, regardless of where you’re at on your journey, we are on a mission to educate You with the latest from strength and fitness space. Read more.

Email: sm(at)fitnessvolt.com

Disclosure: FitnessVolt.com has an affiliate relationship with different brands and is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. However, our reviews are based on well research backed analysis.

Follow Us

Trending Topics

  • Mr. Olympia
  • Bodybuilding
  • Strongman
  • Powerlifting
  • CrossFit
  • At Home Workouts
  • Bodyweight Exercises
  • Best Pre-workout
  • Best Fat Burners
  • Bodybuilding Diet
  • Bicep Workouts
  • Triceps Workouts
  • Chest Exercises
  • Back Workouts
  • Leg Workouts
  • Front Squat Guide
  • Calf Workouts & Exercises
  • Forgotten Exercises
  • Jefferson Deadlift

Calculators

  • Calorie Burning Calculators
  • IF Calculator
  • TDEE Calculator
  • Calorie Calculator
  • Keto Calculator
  • RMR Calculator
  • Macronutrient Calculator
  • Creatine Calculator
  • Wilks Calculator
  • EER Calculator
  • FFMI Calculator
  • IBW Calculator
  • LBM Calculator
  • Fat Intake Calculator
  • Calories Burned Swimming
  • Calories Per Meal Calculator

  • Food Nutrition Analysis
  • Carb Cycling Calculator
  • Weight Gain Calculator
  • Weight Loss Calculator
  • Calories Burned Calculator
  • Strength Standards
  • One Rep Max Calculator
  • Body Fat Calculator
  • EER Calculator
  • Weight Loss Percentage
  • Treadmill Calorie Calculator
  • Body Surface Area Calculator
  • Running Pace Calculator
  • Bench Press Calculator
  • Protein Calculator
  • Water Intake Calculator
  • Body Type Quiz
  • Steps to Miles Calculator
  • Calorie Deficit Calculator
  • Home
  • About
  • Jobs
  • Accessibility
  • Advertise
  • Contact
  • Syndication
  • Sitemap
  • DMCA
  • Copyrights
  • Terms
  • Privacy

© Copyright 2010 - 2023 Fitness Volt IBC. All Rights Reserved.

No Result
View All Result
  • Bodybuilding
  • Arnold Classic
  • Powerlifting
  • Strongman
  • CrossFit
  • Workouts
  • Exercise Guides
    • Arms
    • Back
    • Chest
    • Core
    • Legs and Glutes
    • Shoulders
  • Training
  • Nutrition
  • Reviews
  • More
    • News
    • Mr. Olympia
    • 2022 WSM
    • Diet
    • Motivation
    • Videos
    • Food Facts
    • Fitness Calculator

© Copyright 2010 - 2023 Fitness Volt IBC. All Rights Reserved.