Incline Reverse-Hand Push-Up

Body region

• Chest
• Arms

Equipment

• Flat Bench or Plyo Box or Step Platform

Technique

1. Rest your palms on a sturdy bench at shoulder width, fingers turned back toward your feet.
2. Step your feet back so heels, hips and head line up.
3. Lower your chest toward the bench, keeping elbows close to your sides.
4. Push back up until your arms are straight.

Cues

• Keep the elbows tucked along your ribs.
• Raise the surface if your wrists feel strained.

Common mistakes

• Letting the elbows flare out.
• Pushing through wrist pain.

Variations

• Incline Close-Grip Push-Up

Alternatives

• Push-Up
• Wall Push-Up