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Incline push-up: how to do it with good form

The incline push-up, hands on a bench or chair, is an easier variation to build strength with.

How to do it

  1. 1

    Place your hands on a bench, chair or counter slightly wider than shoulder-width.

  2. 2

    Walk your feet back until your body is straight from head to heels.

  3. 3

    Lower your chest to the edge, elbows about 45 degrees from your body.

  4. 4

    Press up until your arms are straight.

Common mistakes

  • Hips sagging or piking up.
  • Elbows flared straight out.
  • Only going halfway down.

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