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Push-Up

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
Primary: chest, triceps, anterior deltoid, core

How to do it

Start in a high plank with hands shoulder-width apart and body forming a straight line from head to heels. Bend your elbows to lower your chest to an inch above the floor, then press back to the start. Keep your core engaged throughout.

Form Tips

Pack your shoulder blades. Keep elbows at roughly 45° from your torso, not flared wide. Don't let your hips sag or pike up.

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