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StrengthBody weight

Push-up (on knees)

Intensity
10–15 reps
MET
3.5energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Chest60%

Supporting muscles

  • Shoulders
  • Triceps
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Lower your chest to the floor for a slow two-count on each repetition.

  1. 1

    Begin on your knees with your hands placed shoulder-width apart on the ground.

  2. 2

    Lower your body towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping your core tight.

  3. 3

    Push through your hands to return to the starting position, fully extending your arms.

  4. 4

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Expert tip

Maintain proper alignment by keeping your head, spine, and hips in a straight line, and avoid sagging your hips or arching your back.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Flaring the elbows out to 90 degrees
  • ✕Looking up toward the ceiling
  • ✕Planting the hands wider than shoulder width
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