Decline Push-Up demonstration
Equipmentbody weight
Difficultyintermediate
pectoralschest

Decline Push-Up

The decline push-up is a bodyweight exercise that targets the pectoral muscles by elevating the feet, increasing the difficulty compared to a standard push-up. It also engages the triceps and shoulders as secondary muscles.

Step-by-Step Form & Technique

  1. 1.Place your hands on the ground slightly wider than shoulder-width apart, with your feet elevated on a stable surface.
  2. 2.Keep your body in a straight line from head to toe, engaging your core muscles.
  3. 3.Lower your chest towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your body.
  4. 4.Push through your palms to extend your arms and return to the starting position.
  5. 5.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Secondary Muscles

tricepsshoulders

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