Push-Up

Instructions

The push-up is a fundamental bodyweight exercise that primarily targets the chest, shoulders, and triceps, while also engaging the core and other stabilizing muscles. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to perform a standard push-up: Starting Position: Hand Placement: Place your hands on the ground, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. Body Alignment: Extend your legs straight behind you, with your feet together or slightly apart. Your body should form a straight line from your head to your heels. Engage Your Core: Tighten your core muscles to keep your body straight and avoid sagging in the lower back. Lowering Phase: Inhale as you bend your elbows and lower your body toward the ground. Keep your elbows at about a 45-degree angle to your body. Lower yourself until your chest nearly touches the ground, while maintaining a straight body line. Pushing Phase: Exhale as you push through your palms to straighten your arms and lift your body back to the starting position. Keep your core engaged and your body in a straight line throughout the movement.