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incline push-up
chestpectoralsbody weight
Instructions
- Place your hands on an elevated surface, such as a bench or step, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- Extend your legs behind you, resting on the balls of your feet, creating a straight line from your head to your heels.
- Lower your chest towards the elevated surface by bending your elbows, keeping your body in a straight line.
- Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push yourself back up to the starting position by straightening your arms.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
tricepsshoulders
Additional Information
The incline push-up is a body weight-based exercise that primarily targets the pectorals. This exercise is particularly effective for chest development and can be incorporated into various workout routines.