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Exercise lesson

Incline push-up

Use the short approved-video slot when it is published. Until then, follow the written form cues, voiceover script, and level adjustment below.

Lesson 02 · Beginner

Incline push-up

Build pressing strength while keeping a steady line from shoulders through heels.

Form cues

  • Place hands below shoulders on a stable surface.
  • Keep ribs gently stacked.
  • Press away without shrugging.

Common mistakes

  • Leading with the hips.
  • Flaring elbows straight out.
  • Rushing the lowering phase.

Beginner adjustment

Regression: use a higher countertop or wall. Progression: use a lower bench or move to a floor push-up when every rep is steady.

Captions included with approved video
Transcript preview

A full time-coded transcript will publish with the approved demonstration video. Until then, use the written form cues and adjustment above.

Voiceover cues
  1. Set your hands beneath your shoulders and make one long line through your body.
  2. Lower with control, keeping your ribs steady.
  3. Press the surface away without letting your shoulders creep up.
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