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Pushups, starting position 
Pushups, finishing position
StrengthbeginnerBodyweight
Pushups
Primary
Chest
Secondary
Shoulders, Triceps
Equipment
Bodyweight
Level
beginner
Pushups demonstration
How to Perform
- 1Lie on the floor face down and place your hands about 36 inches apart while holding your torso up at arms length.
- 2Next, lower yourself downward until your chest almost touches the floor as you inhale.
- 3Now breathe out and press your upper body back up to the starting position while squeezing your chest.
- 4After a brief pause at the top contracted position, you can begin to lower yourself downward again for as many repetitions as needed.
Video Tutorial
Tips & Common Mistakes
- •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
- •Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
- •Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
- •This is a great exercise for beginners - focus on form over reps
- •As a compound movement, this exercise works multiple muscle groups efficiently
Muscles Worked
Front
Back
ChestShouldersTriceps
Exercise Details
- Category
- Strength
- Force
- push
- Mechanic
- compound
- Level
- beginner
Exercise Variations
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Pushups work?
Pushups primarily targets the Chest. It also works the Shoulders, Triceps as secondary muscles.
What equipment do I need for Pushups?
Pushups requires Bodyweight.
Is Pushups suitable for beginners?
Yes, Pushups is suitable for beginners. It's classified as a beginner-level exercise.
Alternatives to Pushups
Substitute any of these when the equipment is taken or unavailable. They train the same primary muscles.