Kneeling push-up (male)
The kneeling push-up is a bodyweight exercise targeting the pectoral muscles. It is performed by lowering the body to the ground from a kneeling position and pushing back up, making it easier than the standard push-up.
At a glance
- Area
- Chest
- Main muscle
- Pectorals
- Secondary muscles
- Serratus anterior
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Beginner
Form tips
- Keep your core engaged to maintain a straight line from your head to your knees.
- Lower your body until your chest nearly touches the ground.
- Keep your elbows at a 45-degree angle to your body.
What to watch out for
- shoulder injury
- wrist pain
- elbow issues
Also known as
Push-up sulle ginocchia, kneeling push-up, modified push-up, push-up modificato, chest exercise, bodyweight exercise