Horizontal push · Coached in Recomp

Incline push-up

The incline push-up is a beginner horizontal push exercise for your chest and triceps, using flat bench.

Main muscles
Chest, Triceps
Also works
Shoulders
Equipment
Flat bench
Level
Beginner
Incline push-up, starting position
Start
Incline push-up, end position
Finish

Setup

Put your hands on a bench or sturdy table, body in a straight line.

How to do it

  1. Lower your chest to the edge.
  2. Push back up.

Coaching cues

  • The higher the surface, the easier it gets.
  • Body stays straight.

Common mistakes

  • Hips sagging.
  • Partial reps.

Make it easier or harder

HarderPush-up

Alternatives to the incline push-up

Dumbbell bench press Dumbbells, Flat bench Dumbbell fly Dumbbells, Flat bench Barbell bench press Barbell, Flat bench, Squat rack Cable fly Cable stack Chest press machine Chest press machine Dumbbell floor press Dumbbells