CALISTHENICSChest Bodyweight

How to Do Push-Up

Hands shoulder-width. Lower chest to floor. Push back up. Keep body in a straight line.

Step-by-Step Form Guide

Follow these cues for correct Push-Up form

1
Setup
Hands shoulder-width
2
Movement
Lower chest to floor. Push back up
3
Lockout
Keep body in a straight line

Coaching Cues

Squeeze the glutes and abs — full plank tension
Elbows at 45 degrees, not flared
Full chest-to-floor at bottom, full lockout at top

Muscles Worked

Primary: Chest

Track Your Push-Up Progress

Log sets, track PRs, and see your strength improve. Free, no account required to start.

Try Push-Up in FormPulse →
← Back to Exercise Library