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How to Perform
Decline Push Ups

Muscles Targeted During Decline Push Ups



 •
 Pectoralis Major & Minor (Chest Muscles)
 • Anterior & Medial Deltoids (Front                Shoulder Muscles)
 • Triceps (back of the arm)







Decline Push Ups

Preferably use an adjustable weight bench for this exercise, however if you haven't got one you can place your feet onto some sort of level that is higher than normal flat ground. A barbell is also recommended so you can save your wrists can getting sore during the exercise

There is no "easy" way to build up to this movement... You either have the strength or need to work on it...


Starting Position: 
  • Begin on all fours, one leg at a time place them on the bench
  • Ensure your hands are shoulder width apart and in line with your chin
  • Also ensure your body is flat and that you are in a comfortable position
  • This is Starting position.



First Repetition:
  • Take a slow breath in through your nose and lower your ENTIRE body to towards the floor. (ensure your stomach and abdominal come with you)
  • As you reach the floor with your chin (don't touch) make your way back up to the start position
  • Ensure you are breathing out as you rise back to the top.
  • Keep the elbows soft and repeat

Important things to remember through the set:
  • Ensure you lower the ENTIRE Body through the workout, this is tough one to cheat on!
  • Ensure your shoulders are in,line with your chin
  • Keep your body strong and controlled throughout the movement, move as one with your body
  • Follow the correct breathing and perform the movement slowly.












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