Bodyweight Incline Pushups with Stool
Incline push-up that reduces load and emphasizes the upper chest.
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At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: upper chest. Secondary: shoulders, triceps |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Chest |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Strength · Push |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 10-15 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~4 kcal |
How to do it
- Place hands on a stool and step the feet back into a plank position.
- Lower the chest toward the stool.
- Press back up to the starting position.
- Keep the body in a straight line.
- Repeat for desired reps.
Equipment
- Stool
Coaching tips
Benefits
Incline push-up that reduces load and emphasizes the upper chest.
Common mistakes
Avoid letting the hips sag or flaring the elbows too wide.
Make it harder
Lower the stool height or move to floor push-ups.
Make it easier
Use a higher surface.
Breathing
Exhale as you press, inhale as you lower.
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