pectoralsbody weight

incline push-up

incline push-up is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1

Place your hands on an elevated surface, such as a bench or step, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

Step 2

Extend your legs behind you, resting on the balls of your feet, creating a straight line from your head to your heels.

Step 3

Lower your chest towards the elevated surface by bending your elbows, keeping your body in a straight line.

Step 4

Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push yourself back up to the starting position by straightening your arms.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

pectorals

Secondary muscles

tricepsshoulders

Primary body parts

chest

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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