Exercise guide

Incline Push Ups.

Equipment
Bodyweight
Movement
Compound
Level
Beginner

Muscles at work

Front
Back
PrimaryChest
SecondaryAbs, Shoulders, Triceps

Make every rep count.

  1. 01

    Set a bench in front of you and place your hands on it about shoulder-width apart. Start tall-kneeling with toes tucked and knees under your hips.

  2. 02

    Step one leg back at a time into a strong incline plank: legs straight, core braced, glutes tight, and head/neck neutral (eyes on the bench).

  3. 03

    Lower with control: pull your shoulder blades slightly back and down, then bend your elbows to bring your chest toward the bench. Keep your body in a straight line—don’t let your hips sag.

  4. 04

    Stop when your chest lightly touches the bench (or you reach a comfortable depth without shrugging your shoulders).

  5. 05

    Press up: drive your palms into the bench and straighten your elbows, finishing with shoulders stacked over wrists.

  6. 06

    Repeat for your target reps, keeping the same steady tempo each time.

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