Decline Push-Up

Target Muscle

Secondary Muscles

Equipment

1

Position your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart on the ground, keep your body straight and fully extend your arms.

2

Lower your body towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping your core engaged and your back straight.

3

Continue lowering until your chest nearly touches the ground, ensuring that your elbows are tucked close to your body.

4

Push your body back up to the starting position by straightening your arms, ensuring to maintain your body alignment throughout the movement.

Pro Tip

**Controlled Movements**: Avoid rushing through the exercise. Lower your body slowly until your chest almost touches the floor, then push back up to the starting position. This controlled movement not only increases muscle engagement but also reduces the risk of injury. **Engage Your Core**: Keep your abs tight throughout the exercise. This will help maintain your body alignment and stability, and also work your core muscles. **Avoid Locking Your Elbows**: When pushing back up, avoid fully extending your arms to the point where your elbows lock. This common mistake can lead to elbow strain or injury. Instead, keep a slight bend in your elbows