Push-up Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Chest, Hips, Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis, Obliques, Deltoid Anterior, Triceps Brachii, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Standard Push-up
How to: Push-up
- Start in a plank position, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- Lower your body by bending your elbows until your chest almost touches the floor.
- Push back up to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Letting hips sag or lift too high.
- Not engaging the core.
- Using momentum instead of controlled motion.
Modifications
- Knee push-ups for reduced strain.
- Elevate your hands on a bench or sturdy surface.
Tips
- Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels.
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Lower your body until your chest nearly touches the floor.
Push-up Alternatives
Tags
upper body
chest
strength
core
bodyweight
triceps