Incline push-up
Also called raised push-up, table push-up, bench push-up
- Works
- Chest · pectoralis major
- Back of the upper arm · triceps brachii
- Front of the shoulder · anterior deltoid
- Needs
- No equipment
Setup
Put your hands on the edge of a sturdy table, bench or kitchen counter, a little wider than your shoulders. Walk your feet back until your body is straight.
Steps
- Tighten your stomach and buttocks.
- Bend your elbows and lower your chest to the edge.
- Keep your elbows at about 45 degrees from your body.
- Push away until your arms are straight.
Breathing
Breathe in as you lower. Breathe out as you push.
Where you feel it
In your chest, the back of your upper arms and the front of your shoulders.
Common mistakes
- Using a surface that can slide or tip.
- Letting the hips sag or rise.
- Lowering only part of the way.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.