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Incline Push Up
A push up with your hands raised on a sturdy chair or counter, which builds toward a full push up.
Demo by Cole, an AI coach.
- Works
- chest, triceps; also shoulders, abs
- Kit
- Chair
- Dose
- 8 to 12 reps
It goes into the workout in progress at the Bench, as a new group in its main set.
Set up
Brace a sturdy chair against a wall, or use a kitchen counter. Place your hands on the edge a little wider than your shoulders and walk your feet back until your body is straight.
While you move
- Squeeze your glutes, body straight
- Lower your chest to the edge
- Elbows back at an angle
- Push all the way up
Avoid
- Using a chair that can slide
- Letting your hips sag
- Only bending your elbows halfway
Take care if you have trouble with your wrists.