{"id":166276,"date":"2024-11-13T14:43:43","date_gmt":"2024-11-13T14:43:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/learnexams.com\/blog\/?p=166276"},"modified":"2024-11-13T14:43:55","modified_gmt":"2024-11-13T14:43:55","slug":"explain-why-the-modified-pushup-is-easier-to-perform-than-a-regular-pushup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.learnexams.com\/blog\/2024\/11\/13\/explain-why-the-modified-pushup-is-easier-to-perform-than-a-regular-pushup\/","title":{"rendered":"Explain why the modified pushup is \u201ceasier\u201d to perform than a regular pushup."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Explain why the modified pushup is \u201ceasier\u201d to perform than a regular pushup. You may use your results from the previous problems to help explain your answer. Think of a common resistance training exercise (body weight exercise or one that uses weights). (a) Explain each exercise and why the modified version is easier or harder to perform. (b) Who would benefit from this modified version of the exercise (e.g. someone with knee or back pain, pregnancy, hip joint replacement, focusing on a specific muscle group, etc.) and EXPLAIN WHY. Select three items such as sports equipment and\/or assistive devices for daily living and explain how they work to make the goal of the task easier. For example, how might those devices change the moment arm or moment of inertia to make the task easier for the athlete (for sports equipment) or assist someone with impaired strength (for assistive devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-ast-global-color-6-color\">The Correct Answer and Explanation is:<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Modified Pushup vs. Regular Pushup<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>(a) Exercise Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Regular Pushup:<\/strong> A regular pushup involves the individual starting in a plank position with arms extended directly under the shoulders and the body aligned from head to heels. The person then lowers their body towards the floor by bending the elbows, and pushes back up to the starting position. This exercise primarily targets the chest (pectoralis major), shoulders (deltoids), and triceps, but also engages the core and lower body for stabilization. The difficulty of a regular pushup arises from the need to lift and lower the entire body weight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Modified Pushup:<\/strong> The modified pushup, commonly done on the knees, reduces the amount of body weight being lifted. In this position, the knees are on the ground, which shortens the lever arm between the body and the hands. This reduces the force required to lift the body, making the exercise easier to perform. By shifting some of the weight off the arms and chest, the modified pushup allows individuals to focus more on form, especially for beginners or those not yet strong enough for a regular pushup.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The modified version is &#8220;easier&#8221; because it lowers the demand on the upper body muscles and core. The reduction in the moment arm (distance between the center of gravity and the point of force application) decreases the mechanical load required to perform the exercise. In essence, the modified pushup places less strain on the chest, shoulders, and triceps because less body weight must be moved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>(b) Who Would Benefit and Why:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Individuals with Knee or Back Pain:<\/strong> People with knee or back pain often struggle with exercises that require maintaining a plank position due to the stress placed on the joints. The modified pushup, performed on the knees, alleviates this issue by reducing the strain on the lower back and knees, as the body\u2019s weight is distributed differently. This makes the movement more manageable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pregnant Individuals:<\/strong> Pregnancy changes the body\u2019s center of gravity and can place stress on the abdominal and back muscles. The modified pushup is a safer alternative as it reduces the core activation and allows for better body control, ensuring a lower risk of strain on the abdomen and lower back.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Individuals with Hip Joint Replacement:<\/strong> For people recovering from hip joint surgery, the modified pushup limits the need for full-body stabilization and does not require flexion of the hip joint as in a full pushup. It allows for upper body strengthening while keeping the pressure off the hip.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Assistive Devices for Daily Living:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Walker:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How it helps:<\/strong> A walker aids individuals with mobility issues by providing support and balance. It changes the moment arm, effectively reducing the effort needed to keep the body upright, and prevents falls. The walker shifts the center of gravity slightly forward, making it easier to stand and walk without straining the lower back or hips.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Grip Strengthener (Assistive Exercise Tool):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How it helps:<\/strong> A grip strengthener helps individuals with impaired hand strength perform daily tasks. By providing adjustable resistance, it allows for targeted strengthening of hand and forearm muscles. The design adjusts the moment arm by providing direct leverage against the fingers, reducing the overall force needed to achieve muscle contraction.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Sports Orthotic Shoe Inserts:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How it helps:<\/strong> These inserts provide arch support and cushioning, which redistribute body weight across the feet. They can reduce the moment of inertia by modifying the angle of the foot during movement, thus decreasing the strain on the knees, hips, and lower back, making walking or running less painful and more efficient.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These devices assist in reducing the physical demands of certain tasks by altering mechanical forces, making daily activities more manageable for individuals with varying levels of strength and mobility.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Explain why the modified pushup is \u201ceasier\u201d to perform than a regular pushup. You may use your results from the previous problems to help explain your answer. Think of a common resistance training exercise (body weight exercise or one that uses weights). 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