Push-Ups
Learn how to do Push-Ups with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.
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 4.5, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 158 calories in a 30-minute session..
How to Do Push-Ups
1 - Kneel down and place your hands flat on the floor, slightly wider than shoulder width.
2 - Extend your legs behind you.
Nice, you're in the starting position 👌
2 - Now, slowly lower yourself by bending your elbows until your chest 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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Equipment
- No equipment
Calories Burned Doing Push-Ups
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MET 4.5Calories = MET × weight (kg) × time (hours)
Quick Facts: Push-Ups
- Type
- No equipment exercise
- Primary muscle
- Chest
- Secondary muscles
- Triceps, Shoulders
- MET value
- 4.5
- Calories (30 min, 70kg)
- ≈ 158 cal
- Video quality
- 4K with male and female demonstrations
FAQ: Push-Ups
What muscles does Push-Ups work?
Push-Ups primarily targets the Chest, with secondary engagement of the Triceps, Shoulders.
How do you do Push-Ups correctly?
How to perform this exercise correctly 😎 1 - Kneel down and place your hands flat on the floor, slightly wider than shoulder width. 2 - Extend your legs
Is Push-Ups good for beginners?
Push-Ups has a MET value of 4.5, indicating a moderate intensity exercise appropriate for most fitness levels.
What equipment do you need for Push-Ups?
Push-Ups requires: No equipment.
What are the benefits of Push-Ups?
Push-Ups strengthens the Chest, engages the Triceps and Shoulders.
What exercises are similar to Push-Ups?
Similar exercises to Push-Ups include Alternating Incline Dumbbell Press, Barbell Bench Press, Bench Press Machine, Close Grip Barbell Bench Press.
Is Push-Ups better than Alternating Incline Dumbbell Press?
Both Push-Ups and Alternating Incline Dumbbell Press target the Chest. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.
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