kneeling push-up
kneeling push-up is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Start by kneeling on the ground with your hands shoulder-width apart, fingers pointing forward.
Step 2
Extend your legs behind you, resting on the balls of your feet, so that your body forms a straight line from head to heels.
Step 3
Engage your core and lower your body towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your sides.
Step 4
Continue lowering until your chest is just above the ground, then push back up to the starting position by straightening your arms.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
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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