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Push-Up demonstration

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Strength / Bodyweight

Push-Up

A fundamental bodyweight exercise for the chest, shoulders, and triceps.

Equipment

Bodyweight

Experience

beginner

Movement

compound

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Front Delts

Instructions

  1. 01

    Start in a high plank position with hands shoulder-width apart.

  2. 02

    Lower your body until your chest nearly touches the floor.

  3. 03

    Push back up to the starting position.

  4. 04

    Keep your body in a straight line throughout.

  5. 05

    Repeat.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.