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StrengthBeginner

Push-Up

Equipment:Body Only
Type:Compound
Force:Push

Muscles Targeted

Primary

Chest

Secondary

Shoulders, Triceps, Abdominals

Video Tutorial

How to Perform

  1. 1

    Start in a high plank position: hands slightly wider than shoulders, body straight from head to heels.

  2. 2

    Engage core and glutes.

  3. 3

    Lower your body by bending elbows, keeping them at about a 45-degree angle to your body.

  4. 4

    Descend until chest is close to the floor.

  5. 5

    Push through palms to extend arms and return to the starting position.

  6. 6

    Maintain a straight body line throughout. Repeat for desired reps.