Push Up
TARGET MUSCLE: Pectoralis Major
Preparation
Lie chest-down with your hands at shoulder level, palms flat on the floor and slightly more than shoulder-width apart, your feet together and parallel to each other.
Keep your legs straight and your toes tucked under your feet.
Execution
Straighten your arms as you push your body up off the floor, exhaling as you go up.
Try not to bend or arch your upper or lower back as you push up.
Pause for a moment.
Lower your body back to the starting position.
Repeat.
For professional guidance in your exercise program, find a Certified Personal Trainer in your area.
Always consult your physician before beginning any fitness program. The exercises in this library are for suggestion only and should not be substituted for medical diagnosis or treatment. Participate at your own risk and stop if you feel faint or experience shortness of breath.
