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How to do a push-up properly: A 4-step routine to help you perfect the strength training essential


Published on 2025-02-09 15:23:10 - MSN
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  • Looking to learn how to do a push-up properly? As a fitness instructor, I know this exercise is harder than it looks. Here, you'll find four exercises to help

The article from MSN outlines a comprehensive four-step routine to master the push-up, an essential strength training exercise. It begins by emphasizing the importance of proper form to maximize benefits and minimize injury risk. Step 1 involves setting up correctly: hands should be shoulder-width apart, body in a straight line from head to heels, with feet together or slightly apart. Step 2 focuses on the descent, advising to lower the body until the chest nearly touches the ground, keeping elbows at about a 45-degree angle from the body. Step 3 is the push-up phase, where one should push back up to the starting position, fully extending the arms while maintaining a tight core. Step 4 suggests modifications for beginners, like performing push-ups on an incline or doing knee push-ups, and also provides tips for progression, such as increasing the number of reps or adding resistance. The article stresses the importance of consistency, patience, and gradual progression to build strength and perfect the push-up technique.

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