Incline Push-Ups
Learn how to do Incline Push-Ups with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.
Incline Push-Ups is a No equipment exercise that primarily targets the Chest, with secondary activation of the Triceps, Shoulders. It has a MET value of 4, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 140 calories in a 30-minute session..
How to Do Incline Push-Ups
A push-up variation where your hands are elevated on a bench, making the movement easier and targeting the chest from a slightly different angle. Ideal for beginners or warm-up.
💡 Instructions:
Place your hands shoulder-width apart on the bench.
Extend your legs behind you, body in a straight line from head to heels.
Lower your chest towards the bench by bending your elbows.
Push back up to the starting position.
⚠️ Common mistakes:
Letting the hips sag or rise.
Flaring the elbows excessively.
Not keeping a straight body alignment.
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Equipment
- No equipment
Calories Burned Doing Incline Push-Ups
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MET 4Calories = MET × weight (kg) × time (hours)
Quick Facts: Incline Push-Ups
- Type
- No equipment exercise
- Primary muscle
- Chest
- Secondary muscles
- Triceps, Shoulders
- MET value
- 4
- Calories (30 min, 70kg)
- ≈ 140 cal
- Video quality
- 4K with male and female demonstrations
FAQ: Incline Push-Ups
What muscles does Incline Push-Ups work?
Incline Push-Ups primarily targets the Chest, with secondary engagement of the Triceps, Shoulders.
How do you do Incline Push-Ups correctly?
A push-up variation where your hands are elevated on a bench, making the movement easier and targeting the chest from a slightly different angle. Ideal...
Is Incline Push-Ups good for beginners?
Incline Push-Ups has a MET value of 4, indicating a moderate intensity exercise appropriate for most fitness levels.
What equipment do you need for Incline Push-Ups?
Incline Push-Ups requires: No equipment.
What are the benefits of Incline Push-Ups?
Incline Push-Ups strengthens the Chest, engages the Triceps and Shoulders.
What exercises are similar to Incline Push-Ups?
Similar exercises to Incline Push-Ups include Alternating Incline Dumbbell Press, Barbell Bench Press, Bench Press Machine, Close Grip Barbell Bench Press.
Is Incline Push-Ups better than Alternating Incline Dumbbell Press?
Both Incline Push-Ups and Alternating Incline Dumbbell Press target the Chest. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.
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