Set up for a Push-Up

• Begin with hands under shoulders.
• Elbows are locked out.
• Core is tight and Body is rigid.
• Body should be a straight line from head to ankles.

Points of Performance for a Push-Up

• Break at the elbows allowing your torso to descend towards the floor until the chest and thighs hit the ground.
• Keep elbows tight and close to the body.
• Press through the chest and triceps ascending back to your starting position.

Tips and Tricks

• As demonstrated in the video, maintain a hallow body.  This is done by squeezing your heels, legs, and glutes together while maintaining a tight core
• Avoid arching the lower back
• Inhale as you descend and exhale as you ascend