Workout | Incline Push Ups |
Primary Muscle Group | Chest |
Secondary Muscle Group | Shoulders, Triceps Abs |
Equipment Required | Bodyweight |
Force Type | Push |
Mechanics | Compound |
Exercise Type | Strength |
Difficulty | Beginner |
Muscle Groups
- Primary Muscle GroupIncline Push Ups - Step-by-Step Guide
Incline Push Ups OverviewIncline push-ups are a great way to start your push-up routine if you have trouble doing basic push-ups. This exercise still targets the pectoralis major (pectoralis major and pectoralis minor), but it puts much less strain on your elbows and significantly reduces the weight you lift. The incline push-up is mostly You can do it anywhere. All you need is a stable surface such as a table, desk or wall.
This simple exercise targets the major muscles of the chest, the pectoralis major and minor. In addition to working the chest, incline push-ups work not only the shoulders (deltoids) and arms (triceps), but also the muscles in the abdomen, back, hips, and long wrists of the legs, acting as stabilizers and strengthening the body. prevent deformity from bulging and arching of the spine during movement. Slow, careful movements can really engage your core. Incline push-ups can take you from a simple “push-off” to almost standing against a wall, to a table, countertop, or You can move to a sturdy chair and finally to a low step or bench.