Knee Push-Up

Learn how to do Knee Push-Up with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.

4K
MET 4 Chest TricepsShouldersDeep Core No equipment

Knee Push-Up is a No equipment exercise that primarily targets the Chest, with secondary activation of the Triceps, Shoulders, Deep Core. It has a MET value of 4, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 140 calories in a 30-minute session..

How to Do Knee Push-Up

How to perform this exercise correctly 😎

1 - Kneel down, feet raised, and place your hands flat on the floor in a push-up position.

Nice, you're in the starting position 👌

2 - Now, slowly lower yourself by bending your elbows until your chest barely touches the floor.

3 - After a very short pause, return to the starting position.

Feel free to rewatch the video to fully understand the movement.
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Muscles Worked by Knee Push-Up

Primary Chest
Secondary
TricepsShouldersDeep Core

Equipment

  • No equipment

Calories Burned Doing Knee Push-Up

Calorie Calculator

MET 4
Estimated burn
140 calories

Calories = MET × weight (kg) × time (hours)

Quick Facts: Knee Push-Up

Type
No equipment exercise
Primary muscle
Chest
Secondary muscles
Triceps, Shoulders, Deep Core
MET value
4
Calories (30 min, 70kg)
≈ 140 cal
Video quality
4K with male and female demonstrations

FAQ: Knee Push-Up

What muscles does Knee Push-Up work?

Knee Push-Up primarily targets the Chest, with secondary engagement of the Triceps, Shoulders, Deep Core.

How do you do Knee Push-Up correctly?

How to perform this exercise correctly 😎 1 - Kneel down, feet raised, and place your hands flat on the floor in a push-up position. Nice, you're in the

Is Knee Push-Up good for beginners?

Knee Push-Up has a MET value of 4, indicating a moderate intensity exercise appropriate for most fitness levels.

What equipment do you need for Knee Push-Up?

Knee Push-Up requires: No equipment.

What are the benefits of Knee Push-Up?

Knee Push-Up strengthens the Chest, engages the Triceps and Shoulders and Deep Core.

What exercises are similar to Knee Push-Up?

Similar exercises to Knee Push-Up include Alternating Incline Dumbbell Press, Barbell Bench Press, Bench Press Machine, Close Grip Barbell Bench Press.

Is Knee Push-Up better than Alternating Incline Dumbbell Press?

Both Knee Push-Up and Alternating Incline Dumbbell Press target the Chest. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.

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