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Exercise Lab

Push-up test

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Equipment

  • No Equipment Needed

Muscle Groups

  • Abs & Core
  • Chest
  • Hips & Buttocks
  • Legs
  • Shoulders
  • Upper Body

Purposes

  • Tests chest strength
  • Tests shoulder strength
  • Tests arm strength
  • Tests trunk strength and stability

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Description

  • In a pushup position, balance on your hands and knees.
  • Keep your head, neck, and body aligned in a straight line.
  • Lower yourself as far as you can by bending your arms.
  • Push back up to the top.

ProTip

  • Keep your abs and glutes tight to help prevent the "sag" in the lower back

Mistakes

  • Dropping the head
  • Letting the body sag, especially the low back
  • Holding the hips up too high