Exercise Tip: How to Do a Proper Push Up

Gain strength in your upper body, chest, arms and shoulders by doing proper push ups. It might not be your favorite workout routine – however the routine doesn’t require any equipment other than you own body & arm weight. It will strengthen your upper body.

Your first step for any workout is to warm up, as it reduces your risk of injury. Once you have warmed up you should position yourself on your hands and feet with your eyes facing the floor. Keep your back and legs straight. Place your hands approximately shoulder width apart. Tighten your stomach and back. Slowly lower your chest and bend your elbows 90 degrees until your chin reaches the ground (around 4 sec). While pushing down you should breathe in. Then push yourself up (1-2 sec) while breathing out to your starting position. Repeat.