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decline push-up

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

Steps

Step 1

Place your hands on the ground slightly wider than shoulder-width apart, with your feet elevated on a stable surface.

Step 2

Keep your body in a straight line from head to toe, engaging your core muscles.

Step 3

Lower your chest towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your body.

Step 4

Push through your palms to extend your arms and return to the starting position.

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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