How to do it
Depress your shoulders away from your ears as you press up.
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Begin in a traditional push-up position with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
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Lower your body down towards the floor, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
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As you reach the bottom, arch your back, and push through your hands, extending your arms and lifting your chest towards the ceiling.
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Your hips should stay off the ground, resembling the cobra pose in yoga.
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Lower back down with control and repeat.
Expert tip
Keep your hips and thighs off the ground throughout the movement to fully engage the muscles of your upper body.
Common mistakes
- ✕Flaring the elbows outward
- ✕Cranking the neck backward
- ✕Rushing the descent without control