Push-up
Muscle Groups: Chest
Push-up focuses on Chest, with Triceps, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Push-up with proper form and technique.
- 1
Begin in a plank position with your hands placed wide on the floor, directly under your shoulders, and your body forming a straight line from head to heels.
- 2
Bend your elbows and lower your chest towards the floor, keeping your body straight.
- 3
Push through your hands to extend your elbows and return to the starting plank position.
Secondary Muscles
While Push-up primarily targets Chest , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Triceps, Shoulders . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Push-up, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Push-up, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
