Downward Dog Push-up against Wall (male)

Downward Dog Push-up against Wall demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand facing a wall, slightly more than arms length away
  • 2Bend at the waist and place your hands flat on the wall
  • 3Bend your elbows and lower your chest to the wall, keeping your legs and back straight
  • 4Push your body back to the starting position
  • 5Repeat the movement for desired number of reps

Tips:

  • Keep your body straight throughout the exercise
  • Do slow and controlled movements to emphasize muscle work
  • Focus on exhaling while pushing off the wall and inhaling while lowering to it
  • Try to maintain a steady rhythm throughout the exercise

Downward Dog Push-up against Wall Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs