Incline Push Up

What is Incline Push-Up? An incline push-up is a variation of the traditional push-up exercise where your hands are placed on an elevated surface, such as a bench, box, or step. This modification reduces the intensity of the exercise compared to a regular push-up, making it an excellent option for beginners or individuals looking to build upper body strength.

Incline Push-Up Tutorial

1. Position yourself facing an elevated surface, such as a bench or sturdy platform.
2. Place your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart on the elevated surface.
3. Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels, engaging your core muscles.
4. Lower your chest towards the bench by bending your elbows while keeping them close to your body.
5. Push through your palms to extend your arms and return to the starting position.
6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Common Mistakes

• Arching the lower back: Ensure your body remains in a straight line throughout the exercise to avoid strain on the lower back.

• Flaring elbows: Keep your elbows close to your body to target the chest and triceps effectively. - Dropping the hips: Maintain proper form by engaging your core muscles to prevent your hips from sagging.

Tips for Better Results

• Focus on controlled movements to maximize muscle engagement and prevent injury.

• Adjust the height of the elevated surface to increase or decrease the difficulty of the exercise. - Keep your core muscles engaged throughout the movement to improve stability and strengthen your midsection.

Muscles Worked

• Primary muscles: Chest (pectorals), Shoulders (deltoids), Triceps - Secondary muscles: Core muscles (abdominals, obliques), Upper back (rhomboids, trapezius)