Push-Ups

Push-Ups are an effective exercise for strengthening the chest, triceps, shoulders, core and lower back. Doing them regularly can help improve core stability, balance, posture, and flexibility.

Benefits

• Upper Body and Core Strength: Push-Ups target the chest, triceps, shoulders, core and lower back, helping to tone and strengthen them.
• Core Stability: The core muscles, including the abs and lower back, are also engaged during Push-Ups, helping to improve overall stability and balance.
• Shoulder and Chest Flexibility: The pushing motion of Push-Ups can help improve flexibility in the shoulders and chest.
• Balance and Posture: Push-Ups require maintaining proper form and balance, which can help improve overall posture.

Instructions

1. Start in a plank position, with your hands placed slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
2. Keep your body straight, with your feet together and legs extended.
3. Lower your body down until your chest touches the ground, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
4. Push yourself back up to the starting position, keeping your body straight and core engaged.
5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Proper Form

• Body Straight: To maximize the benefits and avoid injury, it's important to keep your body straight and avoid sagging in the middle.
• Elbows Close to Sides: Keep your elbows close to your sides, not flared out, to engage the chest and triceps effectively.
• Core Engaged: Engage your core by squeezing your abs and keeping your body straight.
• Movements Controlled: Avoid using momentum to perform the exercise. Movements should be slow and controlled.

Push-Ups are an effective exercise for improving core stability, balance, posture, and flexibility. Doing them regularly strengthens the chest, triceps, shoulders, core and lower back, and using proper form maximizes the benefits.