Lay Down Push-up (female)

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Instructions:

  • 1Lie face down on the floor with your palms beside your shoulders.
  • 2Push your body up off the ground until your arms are straight.
  • 3Lower your body till your chest just brushes the floor.
  • 4Push your body back up to the starting position.
  • 5Repeat as many repetitions as possible without straining yourself

Tips:

  • Keep your body flat and straight throughout the movement.
  • Focus on squeezing your chest at the top of the movement.
  • Breathe in when you lower your body, and breathe out when you push up.
  • Ensure your hands are aligned with your shoulders when you begin.

Lay Down Push-up Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs