Decline Push-up

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Learn how to do the Decline Push-up with proper form and technique. This body weight exercise primarily targets your Pectorals, with secondary emphasis on Triceps, Shoulders.

Decline Push-up exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Decline Push-up

Follow these steps to perform the Decline Push-up with correct form:

  1. 1Place your hands on the ground slightly wider than shoulder-width apart, with your feet elevated on a stable surface.
  2. 2Keep your body in a straight line from head to toe, engaging your core muscles.
  3. 3Lower your chest towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your body.
  4. 4Push through your palms to extend your arms and return to the starting position.
  5. 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Decline Push-up Muscles Worked

Primary

pectorals

Secondary

tricepsshoulders

Exercise Details

Equipment
body weight
Body Part
chest
Category
Main

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