Decline Push-Up

Imagine a bear standing on a hill, front paws firmly planted, pushing the earth away with controlled power. The decline push-up mirrors this motion, building strength in the upper chest and shoulders. It's a challenging movement that, with practice, can make you as formidable as a bear on a mountain slope.

Instructions

1. Place your feet on a bench or a stable elevated surface.
2. Position your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart on the ground.
3. Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels.
4. Lower your chest to the ground by bending your elbows.
5. Push back up to the starting position by straightening your arms.

Benefits

• Increases upper body strength.
• Targets the upper chest and shoulders more than regular push-ups.
• Enhances core stability.

Key Points

• Keep your core tight.
• Do not let your hips sag.
• Keep your neck neutral.
• Breathe in as you lower your body and out as you push up.

Common Mistakes

• Letting the hips sag.
• Flaring the elbows out too wide.
• Not maintaining a straight line from head to heels.
• Placing hands too far forward.