Deep Push Up
Step by step
How to perform
- Lower your body towards the floor, bending your elbows and keeping your body straight. Go as low as you can, ideally until your chest touches the floor.
- Pause for a moment at the bottom of the movement, maintaining control and keeping your body in a straight line.
- Push your body back up to the starting position, extending your arms fully but not locking your elbows.
- Repeat the exercise for the desired number of repetitions, always maintaining proper form and control.
Overview
About this exercise
The Deep Push Up is a powerful exercise that works to strengthen and tone the chest, shoulders, and triceps while also engaging the core. This exercise is ideal for individuals at an intermediate to advanced fitness level who are looking to intensify their upper body workouts. Incorporating Deep Push Ups into your routine can enhance muscle definition, improve upper body strength, and boost overall fitness performance.
Coaching cues
Form tips
Do not rush the push up. Lower your body in a slow, controlled motion until your chest is just above the floor, then push up to the starting position. Rapid, jerky movements can cause strain and injury.
Another common mistake is not engaging the core during the movement. By keeping your abdominal muscles tight, you can maintain a straight body line and prevent unnecessary strain on your lower back.
Before performing deep push ups, always warm up to prepare your muscles and joints for the exercise. This can help prevent injury and allow you to perform the exercise more effectively.
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