Decline Kneeling Push-up

Decline Kneeling Push-up demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Get in a kneeling position and place your hands on the ground a bit wider than shoulder width apart
  • 2Lower your body towards the ground, keeping your body straight and using your arms to support your weight
  • 3Push your body back up until your arms are almost fully extended
  • 4Keep your body in a straight line throughout the movement
  • 5Repeat the exercise for the desired amount of reps

Tips:

  • Keep your body tense and straight throughout the motion
  • Ensure your wrists are below your shoulders at all times
  • Breathe in as you lower yourself down and exhale as you push up
  • For a higher difficulty level, you can perform the exercise on your toes rather than your knees

Decline Kneeling Push-up Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs