Chest · Beginner

Incline Push-Up

Beginner-friendly push-up variation using a bench to reduce load.

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Incline Push-Up demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

ChestTricepsShouldersAbs

Equipment

Bench

Sets × reps

3 × 15

Rest

45 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

01Place your hands on a stable bench slightly wider than shoulder width.
02Step back until your body forms a straight line from head to heels.
03Lower your chest toward the bench with control.
04Press back up without letting your hips drop.
05Move the feet farther back only if you can keep the same body line.

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