Technique
Start in a plank position with hands slightly wider than shoulders. Lower your body by bending elbows until chest nearly touches the ground. Push back up to starting position while maintaining a straight body line.
A compound bodyweight exercise that targets the chest, shoulders, and triceps through a controlled push movement while maintaining a stable plank position.
Start in a plank position with hands slightly wider than shoulders. Lower your body by bending elbows until chest nearly touches the ground. Push back up to starting position while maintaining a straight body line.
Begin in a high plank position with hands placed slightly wider than shoulder-width apart, body forming a straight line from head to heels.
Return to the starting plank position with arms fully extended, maintaining the straight body alignment throughout the movement.
Keep your core tight, maintain a straight body line, lower your chest to the ground, push through your palms
Sagging hips, flaring elbows, incomplete range of motion, arching lower back
Try decline push-ups, diamond push-ups, or add resistance bands for increased difficulty.
Perform push-ups on knees, against a wall, or use an elevated surface to reduce body weight.
Maintain proper form to avoid shoulder strain. Stop if you experience pain in wrists, shoulders, or lower back.