Decline Push-up — Form Analysis
Elevate your push-up, intensify your chest and shoulders.
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Common Mistakes
Sagging Hips
Allowing the hips to drop below the line of the shoulders and heels places excessive strain on the lower back, potentially leading to lumbar spine discomfort or injury. It also reduces core engagement, diminishing the exercise's effectiveness.
Flared Elbows
Flaring elbows out wide (greater than 45-60 degrees from the torso) places undue stress on the shoulder joint and rotator cuff, increasing the risk of impingement or injury. It also shifts emphasis away from the chest.
Incomplete Range of Motion
Not lowering your chest close enough to the ground (or hands) limits the stretch on the chest muscles and reduces the overall effectiveness of the exercise. It prevents full muscle activation and strength development.
