Wall Push-Up

Body region

• Chest
• Arms

Muscles

Main

• Pectoralis Major
• Triceps

Helps

• Deltoid
• Serratus Anterior

Holds

• Rectus Abdominis
• Transversus Abdominis

Technique

1. Stand about an arm's length from a wall and place your hands on it at shoulder height, a little wider than your shoulders.
2. Lean in with your body straight and heels lifted slightly if needed.
3. Bend your elbows and bring your chest toward the wall.
4. Push back until your arms are straight.

Cues

• Step further from the wall to make it harder.
• Keep your body in one straight line.

Common mistakes

• Bending at the hips instead of moving the whole body.
• Standing so close that the elbows barely bend.

Alternatives

• Incline Push-Up
• Push-Up