Pushups
Learn how to perform the Pushups, a beginner exercise that targets the chest using body only. Includes step-by-step instructions.
beginnerbody onlystrengthchestshoulderstriceps
Starting position of Pushups
Ending position of Pushups
Instructions
- Lie on the floor face down and place your hands about 36 inches apart while holding your torso up at arms length.
- Next, lower yourself downward until your chest almost touches the floor as you inhale.
- Now breathe out and press your upper body back up to the starting position while squeezing your chest.
- After a brief pause at the top contracted position, you can begin to lower yourself downward again for as many repetitions as needed.
