How to do it
Spread your fingers wide and grip the floor to generate more pushing power.
- 1
Start in a standard push-up position with your hands shoulder-width apart.
- 2
Lower your body to the floor with control.
- 3
Explosively push yourself up so that your hands leave the ground.
- 4
Land softly and immediately lower into the next push-up.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels and push explosively to maximize power and muscle activation.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the hips sag toward the floor
- ✕Landing with fully locked elbows
- ✕Dropping the chest rapidly without control