How to do it
Press through your palms and squeeze your chest at the top of each rep.
- 1
Get into a push-up position with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- 2
Have a partner carefully place the weight on your upper back.
- 3
Lower your body to the ground by bending your elbows, keeping your body straight.
- 4
Push back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Ensure the weight is securely placed on your back and maintain a straight line from your head to your heels throughout the movement.
Common mistakes
- ✕Elbows flaring out to 90 degrees
- ✕Bouncing the chest off the floor
- ✕Head dropping toward the floor