Decline Push-Up

Target Muscle

Secondary Muscles

Equipment

1

Walk your feet up onto the bench or step, keeping your body straight from your head to your heels, this will be your starting position.

2

Lower your body towards the ground while keeping your elbows close to your body until your chest nearly touches the floor.

3

Push your body up back to the starting position by fully extending your arms, while maintaining your body straight.

4

Repeat the process for the desired number of repetitions, ensuring to keep your core tight and back flat throughout the exercise.

Pro Tip

**Maintain Core Stability:** Engage your core throughout the entire exercise. This will help maintain your body alignment and reduce the risk of lower back injuries. A common mistake is to let the hips sag or the back arch excessively, which can strain the spine. **Controlled Movements:** Lower your body towards the ground in a controlled manner until your chest nearly touches the floor. Push your body back up to the starting position as forcefully as you can. Avoid the mistake of rushing the movement or using momentum to lift yourself up, as this can lead to poor form and reduced effectiveness of the exercise. **He