Push Ups
Starting Posture
Start in a plank position with hands shoulder-width apart and palms on the ground. Your body should form a straight line from head to heels.
How to Exercise
Lower your body towards the ground by bending your elbows while keeping your back straight. Once your chest touches the ground, push yourself back up to the starting position. Repeat for 12-14 reps.
Breath Control
Inhale as you lower your body towards the ground and exhale as you push yourself back up.
Common errors
Common errors include letting your elbows flare out to the sides, which can put unnecessary strain on your shoulders. Make sure to keep your elbows close to your body as you lower and raise yourself.
Weights
Grips
Variations
Variations of push-ups include wide grip push-ups to target the chest more, diamond push-ups to target the triceps, and incline push-ups to make the exercise easier.
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Sample workouts with this movement
Fit! Programs featuring this exercise
FlagFit
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Project Calisthenics
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John Lindsey
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FlagFit
Kyrie Fontana
Project Calisthenics
Simon Ata
Mobility for athletes
John Lindsey
Planche Fit!
Gregoire Bellemare
Comments and tips
Make sure to engage your core and glutes throughout the exercise to maintain proper form. If you have difficulty with full push-ups, you can modify by performing knee push-ups instead.
Cautions
Avoid sagging your hips or arching your lower back during the exercise, as this can put strain on your lower back. If you experience any pain, stop the exercise immediately.