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chest
#3785

incline push-up (on box)

Equipment
body weight
Target muscle
pectorals

How to perform

  1. 1

    Place your hands on the edge of a box or elevated surface, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

  2. 2

    Extend your legs behind you, resting on the balls of your feet, creating a straight line from your head to your heels.

  3. 3

    Lower your chest towards the box by bending your elbows, keeping your body in a straight line.

  4. 4

    Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push yourself back up to the starting position by straightening your arms.

  5. 5

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Secondary muscles

triceps
shoulders