Chest exercise

Incline Push-Up

ChestBody OnlyBeginner

The incline push-up is a chest exercise that targets the chest with body only. Watch the demo, then follow the step-by-step form guide below.

Looping demonstration — tap play to watch the full movement.

How to do the incline push-up

  1. Stand facing bench or sturdy elevated platform. Place hands on edge of bench or platform, slightly wider than shoulder width.

  2. Position forefoot back from bench or platform with arms and body straight. Arms should be perpendicular to body. Keeping body straight, lower chest to edge of box or platform by bending arms.

  3. Push body up until arms are extended. Repeat.

Details

Primary muscles
Chest
Secondary muscles
ShouldersTriceps
Equipment & classification
Body OnlyLevel: BeginnerForce: PushMechanic: Compound

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