Push-up
Muscle Groups: Pecs, Delts, Triceps
Push-up focuses on Pecs, Delts, Triceps, with Abs, Shoulders, Triceps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Push-up with proper form and technique.
- 1
Start in a plank position with your hands placed slightly wider than shoulder-width apart and your body forming a straight line from head to heels.
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Engage your core and glutes, then bend your elbows to slowly lower your chest towards the floor.
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Continue lowering until your chest is just above the ground or your elbows are at a 90-degree angle.
- 4
Push through your hands to extend your arms and return to the starting plank position.
Secondary Muscles
While Push-up primarily targets Pecs, Delts, Triceps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs, Shoulders, Triceps . 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.
