Chest · Body weight · Intermediate
How to do Decline Push-up
The decline push-up is a bodyweight exercise that targets the pectoral muscles by elevating the feet, increasing the difficulty compared to a standard push-up. It also engages the triceps and shoulders as secondary muscles.
- Primary muscle
- Chest
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Intermediate
- Category
- Chest
How to do Decline Push-up, step by step
- Place your hands on the ground slightly wider than shoulder-width apart, with your feet elevated on a stable surface.
- Keep your body in a straight line from head to toe, engaging your core muscles.
- Lower your chest towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your body.
- Push through your palms to extend your arms and return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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