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Wall Push-Up

Wall Push-Up for pressing focused on chest.

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Exercise overview

Training details

ChestTricepsShoulders

Equipment

Bodyweight

Sets × reps

3 × 12

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Stand facing a wall with hands at chest height and slightly wider than shoulders.
  2. 02Step the feet back until the body leans in one straight line.
  3. 03Bend the elbows and bring the chest toward the wall.
  4. 04Keep the heels down or lifted naturally without breaking the body line.
  5. 05Press the wall away until the arms are nearly straight.

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