Decline push-ups

A push-up variation with feet elevated, which shifts the pressing angle upward to target the upper chest and anterior deltoids more than standard push-ups. Also a step toward pike push-ups and handstand push-ups.

How to Perform

1. Place your feet on a chair, box, or bench, and hands on the floor slightly wider than shoulder-width.
2. Your body should slope downward from feet to hands.
3. Keep your core tight and body rigid throughout.
4. Lower your chest toward the floor, elbows at roughly 45 degrees from your torso.
5. Press back up to full arm extension.

Common Mistakes

• Hips sagging rather than maintaining a straight line from feet to shoulders.
• Using a surface that isn't stable enough.
• Not going to full depth.

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