How to do a press-up

Upper bodyBodyweightBeginner

The classic press-up — push your bodyweight away from the floor. Drop to your knees to start; that's the right version, not a lesser one.

How to do it

1Hands a little wider than your shoulders
2Lower with your elbows at about 45 degrees
3Keep a straight line from head to heels, then press up

Muscles worked

Chest Triceps Shoulders

An easier way in

The same press-up from your knees. It builds the same strength, and it counts just the same. Work with this version for as long as you like — when the full one feels within reach, give it a go.

On your knees

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