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Decline Push-Up

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Decline push-ups are a variation of the standard push-up, done by elevating the feet to target the upper chest and shoulders more intensely. This exercise increases upper body strength and adds an extra challenge to the traditional push-up.

How to do it

  1. Place your feet on a bench and hands on the floor, shoulder-width apart.
  2. Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels.
  3. Lower your chest toward the floor by bending your elbows.
  4. Push back up to the starting position.
  5. Maintain strong core engagement throughout the movement.

Muscles worked

Primary Deltoid Anterior Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head

Secondary Rectus Abdominis Serratus Anterior Triceps Brachii

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