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Decline Push-Ups
How to read ahead. Do to go one move at a time.
Feet elevated on a low surface, hands on the floor, lower and press. Emphasizes upper chest and shoulders.
Option. Start with a very low elevation (a step or book). Drop to regular or incline if form breaks.
Stop if. Your lower back sags — regressed to flat or incline push-ups.
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Place your feet on a low sturdy surface and hands on the floor slightly wider than shoulders.
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Keep your body in one straight line from head to heels — core tight.
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Lower your chest toward the floor by bending the elbows about 45 degrees.
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Press back up until arms are straight, without locking hard or letting hips drop.
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Breathe in on the way down, out on the way up.