This exercise targets: chest, triceps, shoulders
For this exercise, you will need: an exercise mat
Put your weight on your knees and hands. Position your hands comfortably, which is usually wider than shoulder width. Place your body in a straight line from your knees to your shoulders.
Lower your upper body slowly, and then lift it up. Slower performance will have a better effect on your muscles.
Tips:
Exhale as you straighten your elbows and inhale as you lower your body.
If you suffer from wrist problems, perform push ups on your fists or on pushup stands.
Spread your palms and activate your fingertips to protect your wrists.
Keep your body in a straight line throughout the exercise: your hips shouldn't sag or be hiked.
Include your abs in the exercise -- this will help you to perfect your posture.
Advanced: Perform push ups from your toes.
Beginners: Perform a lower number of push ups, but keep proper form.
Beginners: 10 repetitions
Intermediate level: 15 repetitions
Advanced level: 20 repetitions
For this exercise, you will need: an exercise mat
Put your weight on your knees and hands. Position your hands comfortably, which is usually wider than shoulder width. Place your body in a straight line from your knees to your shoulders.
Lower your upper body slowly, and then lift it up. Slower performance will have a better effect on your muscles.
Tips:
Exhale as you straighten your elbows and inhale as you lower your body.
If you suffer from wrist problems, perform push ups on your fists or on pushup stands.
Spread your palms and activate your fingertips to protect your wrists.
Keep your body in a straight line throughout the exercise: your hips shouldn't sag or be hiked.
Include your abs in the exercise -- this will help you to perfect your posture.
Advanced: Perform push ups from your toes.
Beginners: Perform a lower number of push ups, but keep proper form.
Beginners: 10 repetitions
Intermediate level: 15 repetitions
Advanced level: 20 repetitions