Incline Push-up with Chair

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Instructions:

  • 1Place your hands on the edge of a chair, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart
  • 2Lower your body towards the chair while keeping your body straight
  • 3Push your body back up until your arms are fully extended
  • 4Keep a slight bend in your elbows even at full extension
  • 5Control your tempo on both the lowering and rising phases

Tips:

  • Ensure your body forms a straight line from your head to heels and avoid sagging in the middle
  • Avoid flaring your elbows out to the sides, they should be pointing backwards
  • Do not let your lower back curve excessively
  • Maintain a neutral gaze ahead rather than looking down or up

Incline Push-up with Chair Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs