Push-Up (With Push-Up Handles)
The push-up on a pair of push-up handles; the neutral grip keeps the wrists straight and the raised hands let the chest go a little deeper.
How to do it
Setup
A handle under each shoulder, palms facing each other, body in a high plank.
Steps
- Lower the chest between the handles, just past the level of the hands.
- Keep the elbows close, about 45° from the body.
- Press back up to straight arms.
Common mistakes
Handles set too wide and angled: straight, under the shoulders. Handles sliding on a smooth floor: set them on a mat. Bouncing out of the deep position: control the bottom.
Breathing
Inhale down, exhale on the press.
