Push · Regular
Wide Push Up
A push up with your hands wider than usual, which puts more of the work on your chest.
Demo by Dre, an AI coach.
- Works
- chest; also shoulders, triceps, abs
- Kit
- No kit
- 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
Start in a high plank with your hands about one and a half times shoulder width apart, fingers pointing forward or turned out slightly.
While you move
- Hands wide, body straight
- Lower your chest between your hands
- Stop before your shoulders pinch
- Press up strong
Avoid
- Placing your hands so wide your shoulders hurt
- Letting your hips sag
- Dropping your head
Take care if you have trouble with your wrists or your shoulders.