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Deep Push-up
Muscles involved
The deep push-up increases the range of motion. It stretches and strengthens the chest further than a normal push-up.
How to do it
- Start in a high plank position with your hands placed on the floor directly under your shoulders, but slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- Lower your chest towards the floor, allowing your elbows to flare out at about a 45-degree angle, until your chest is just above the ground.
- Pause at the bottom of the push-up, feeling a stretch in your chest.
- Press through your palms to push your body back up to the starting plank position.
Equipment required
Muscles worked
Tips
- Maintain a straight line from your head to your heels; do not sag your hips. - Lower your chest all the way to the floor (or as deep as possible) for a full stretch. - Squeeze your chest and triceps at the top of the movement. - Keep your shoulder blades retracted and stable to protect your shoulders.
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IntermedioFrequently asked questions
Deep Push-up: which muscles does it work?
Deep Push-up mainly works: Chest. It also involves: Pectoralis major sternal head.
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