strength · bench / counter
Incline Push-Up
Push-up made accessible — build up to the full version.
3 × 8–12 8 minrest 60s
Equipment
bench, counter
Rest
60s between sets
Primary muscles
chest, triceps
Also works
core
How to do it
- Place hands on a bench, counter, or step, slightly wider than shoulders.
- Walk feet back until body forms a straight line.
- Lower chest to the surface, elbows tracking at 45°.
- Press back up. Complete reps.
Form cues
- ✓Straight line ears to heels
- ✓Full range of motion
- ✓Squeeze glutes and core
Common mistakes
- ✗Sagging hips
- ✗Only half a rep
Progressions
- High incline → lower incline → floor push-up → decline