Push-up Plus (female)

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Instructions:

  • 1Start in the standard push-up position with your hands shoulder-width apart
  • 2Lower your body until your chest is an inch from the ground
  • 3Push up to the top of the range
  • 4After reaching the top, push a little further to arch your upper back upwards while keeping your hips in place
  • 5Return to the starting position

Tips:

  • Keep your legs straight and your toes tucked under
  • Always keep your body straight from head to heel
  • During the push, exhale, during the descent, inhale
  • Focus on contracting your chest muscles throughout the exercise

Push-up Plus Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs