Incline push-up
General guidance. This page has not been reviewed by a qualified professional yet.
Incline push-up. Bend elbows diagonally backward, lower your chest toward the surface, and push back up.
How to do this exercise: Incline push-upSetup · movement · load
- Set your position
Place hands near shoulder level on the floor, or on a stable raised surface for the easier version. Keep your body in one line.
- Make the movement
Bend elbows diagonally backward, lower your chest toward the surface, and push back up.
- Breathe and control the pace
Breathe out during the harder part and in on the return. Control the return instead of dropping the weight. Two reps in reserve means you could do about two more clean repetitions.
Do not sag at the hips or reach forward with your head.
Your body provides resistance. Begin with an easier variation or a shorter range that you can control.
For your first use, ask staff to show you the machine settings and safety release. Stop for sharp pain. This basic guide is awaiting professional review.
- Type
- Strength
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Sides
- Both sides together
- How load is measured
- Bodyweight
Main muscles
Chest
Supporting muscles
Front deltoids, Triceps
Equipment
Load values are only comparable on the same exercise and equipment.
How to do it
- Place hands near shoulder level on the floor, or on a stable raised surface for the easier version. Keep your body in one line.
- Bend elbows diagonally backward, lower your chest toward the surface, and push back up.
Common mistakes
- Do not sag at the hips or reach forward with your head.
Safety notes
- Start with easy resistance and breathe continuously. Stop for sharp pain; ask gym staff to demonstrate unfamiliar equipment.
Alternatives and variations
- Push-up – Harder option