How to do it
Spread your fingers wide and distribute pressure evenly across both palms.
- 1
Stand facing a wall, feet shoulder-width apart.
- 2
Place your hands on the wall wider than shoulder-width.
- 3
Bend your elbows to lower your chest towards the wall.
- 4
Push through your palms to extend your arms and return to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels and engage your core to prevent your hips from sagging.
Common mistakes
- ✕Dropping the head forward toward the wall
- ✕Locking the elbows forcefully at the top
- ✕Bouncing off the wall with momentum