Exercise technique

incline push-up

The incline push-up is a bodyweight exercise that targets the pectoral muscles by performing a push-up with the hands elevated on a surface such as a bench or step. This variation reduces the load compared to a standard push-up, making it more accessible for beginners.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Place your hands on an elevated surface, such as a bench or step, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  2. Extend your legs behind you, resting on the balls of your feet, creating a straight line from your head to your heels.
  3. Lower your chest towards the elevated surface by bending your elbows, keeping your body in a straight line.
  4. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push yourself back up to the starting position by straightening your arms.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Triceps, Shoulders.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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