What muscles does Push-Up work?

Push-Up primarily targets the Chest, Front Delt, Triceps, with secondary involvement from the Core. It is a compound horizontal push movement.

What is the best rep range for Push-Up?

The typical effective rep range for Push-Up is 8 to 25 reps per set using Bodyweight.

What are the most common mistakes on Push-Up?

Common form errors on Push-Up include: Sagging hips or lower back arching; Flaring elbows wide. Focus on: Keep body in straight rigid line from head to heels; Tuck elbows at roughly 45 degrees; Descend until chest touches or hovers above floor.

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Horizontal Push · Compound

Push-Up

Also known as Press-Up. Targets Chest, Front Delt, Triceps with an optimal working range of 8–25 reps.

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Primary Muscles

Chest, Front Delt, Triceps

Secondary: Core

Typical Rep Range

8–25 reps

Chest Dominant

Equipment Tier

Bodyweight Only

Bodyweight

Movement Profile

Beginner · Bilateral

Plane: Sagittal

Coaching Cues & Execution

Focus on these technical checkpoints on every working set of Push-Up:

1 Keep body in straight rigid line from head to heels
2 Tuck elbows at roughly 45 degrees
3 Descend until chest touches or hovers above floor

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Watch for these form breakdowns as fatigue accumulates across sets:

✕ Sagging hips or lower back arching
✕ Flaring elbows wide

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Coaching Cues & Execution

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