Beginner
Push-up
The classic upper body press. Works anywhere.
- Works
- Chest, Triceps, Front shoulders, Core
- Equipment
- No equipment
How to do it
- 1Place your hands slightly wider than your shoulders, body in a straight line from head to heels.
- 2Lower your chest towards the floor, elbows at about 45 degrees from your body.
- 3Stop when your chest is a fist's height from the floor.
- 4Push the floor away to straighten your arms.
Coach's tips
- Squeeze your glutes so your hips don't sag.
- Too hard? Put your hands on a bench.
Other ways to train this
Same muscles, different equipment. Closest match first.