How to do it
Pause for a full one-count with your hands lifted off the floor.
- 1
Start in a high plank position with your hands under your shoulders.
- 2
Lower your body to the floor, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
- 3
Lift your hands off the floor briefly at the bottom of the movement.
- 4
Place your hands back on the floor and push up to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Focus on keeping your body in a straight line and avoid letting your hips drop. Engage your chest and core muscles to press back up powerfully.
Common mistakes
- ✕Releasing hands before the chest touches down
- ✕Flaring the elbows wide on the way up
- ✕Resting fully on the floor between reps