Chest · Body weight · Beginner
How to do Push-up
The push-up is a classic bodyweight exercise that targets the pectoral muscles, triceps, deltoids, and core. It is performed by lowering and raising the body using the arms while maintaining a straight line from head to heels.
- Primary muscle
- Chest
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Beginner
- Category
- Chest
How to do Push-up, step by step
- Start in a high plank position with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart and your feet together.
- Engage your core and lower your body towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping your body in a straight line.
- Pause for a moment when your chest is just above the ground, then push yourself back up to the starting position by straightening your arms.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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