Incline Push-up (on Box)

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

Incline Push-up (on Box) exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Incline Push-up (on Box)

Follow these steps to perform the Incline Push-up (on Box) with correct form:

  1. 1Place your hands on the edge of a box or elevated surface, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  2. 2Extend your legs behind you, resting on the balls of your feet, creating a straight line from your head to your heels.
  3. 3Lower your chest towards the box by bending your elbows, keeping your body in a straight line.
  4. 4Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push yourself back up to the starting position by straightening your arms.
  5. 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Incline Push-up (on Box) Muscles Worked

Primary

pectorals

Secondary

tricepsshoulders

Exercise Details

Equipment
body weight
Body Part
chest
Category
Extended

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