Push-ups
Push-Ups
Pushups are a true training classic – it wasn’t just for the hell of it that American record holder Charles Servizio pulled off an incredible 46,001 of them in 24 hours. This all-purpose exercise trains entire whole body without the need for equipment!
How to train
A
- Hands shoulder-width apart, fingers pointing forwards
- Shoulders positioned vertically over wrists
- Hips, shoulders and feet should form a straight line
- Elbows facing backwards
- Feet should be a maximum of shoulder-width apart
B
- Elbows should be facing backwards
- Elbows should be bent to a maximum of ninety degrees
- Chest should touch the floor
What to look out for
- No arch in the back
- Abdominal muscles and glutes tensed
- Shoulder blades should be pulled together
- Movement should be performed in a controlled, steady fashion
What you’ll train
Primary
- Pectoral muscles
Secondary
- Triceps
- Front of shoulders
