{"id":51781,"date":"2023-06-22T11:29:48","date_gmt":"2023-06-22T11:29:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=51781"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"incline-pushup-muscles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/incline-pushup-muscles\/","title":{"rendered":"Incline Pushup Muscles You Can Train Today"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/incline-pushup-muscles\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/incline-pushup-muscles\/#What_Is_An_Incline_Pushup\" >What Is An Incline Pushup?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/incline-pushup-muscles\/#What_Muscles_Does_The_Incline_Push_Up_Work\" >What Muscles Does The Incline Push Up Work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/incline-pushup-muscles\/#Are_Incline_Push_Ups_Easier\" >Are Incline Push Ups Easier?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/incline-pushup-muscles\/#How_To_Do_Incline_Push_Ups_Properly\" >How To Do Incline Push Ups Properly?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/incline-pushup-muscles\/#Incline_Push-Ups_Performance\" >Incline Push-Ups Performance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/incline-pushup-muscles\/#Do_Incline_Push_Ups_Build_Muscle\" >Do Incline Push Ups Build Muscle?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/incline-pushup-muscles\/#Do_Incline_Push_Ups_Work_Triceps\" >Do Incline Push Ups Work Triceps?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/incline-pushup-muscles\/#How_Many_Incline_Push-Ups_Should_I_Do\" >How Many Incline Push-Ups Should I Do?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/incline-pushup-muscles\/#How_Do_You_Stay_Safe_When_Doing_Push-Ups\" >How Do You Stay Safe When Doing Push-Ups?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/incline-pushup-muscles\/#What_Are_The_Benefits_Of_Incline_Pushups\" >What Are The Benefits Of Incline Pushups?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/incline-pushup-muscles\/#What_Are_The_Variations_Of_Incline_Pushups\" >What Are The Variations Of Incline Pushups?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/incline-pushup-muscles\/#1_Shoulder_Tap_Push-Ups\" >#1 Shoulder Tap Push-Ups<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/incline-pushup-muscles\/#2_Hindu_Push-Ups\" >#2 Hindu Push-Ups<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/incline-pushup-muscles\/#3_Spiderman_Push-Ups\" >#3 Spiderman Push-Ups<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/incline-pushup-muscles\/#4_Decline_Pushups\" >#4 Decline Pushups<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/incline-pushup-muscles\/#Key_Takeaways\" >Key Takeaways<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you have a hard time doing <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-in-place-exercise\/\">ordinary<\/a> push-ups, giving up after the third one? Despite being one of the most effective exercises, ordinary push-ups may be complicated, especially for beginners.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here enters incline pushups &#8211; the easier bodyweight version that targets the lower chest area. All you need to do is to place your hands on the elevated platform, which puts less stress on your upper body. The majority of your weight gets distributed to your legs, making it bearable to perform.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, instead of jumping into basic \u201cmotivation-killing\u201d push-ups, beginners are advised to try out the incline version and gradually induce the regular pushup.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article explains the major incline pushup muscles you can train today, the number of push-ups you should do per day, the benefits of incline pushups, and their variations.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alter your body with easy exercise.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Incline_Pushup_Muscles_You_Can_Train_Today\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Incline_Pushup_Muscles_You_Can_Train_Today\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_An_Incline_Pushup\"><\/span><strong>What Is An Incline Pushup?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recall your first time performing a regular <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/best-exercises-to-lose-belly-fat-female\/\">push-up<\/a>. Your arms arched, you barely pushed yourself up, and at that time you felt this exercise was too difficult to execute. This feeling haunts every new sports amateur who hasn\u2019t done push-ups before.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your award-winning strategy could be to incorporate incline pushups. They are perfect to start your pushup routine. Incline pushups can be carried out anywhere. All you need is a stable surface, such as a desk, sturdy chair, or bench.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your hands touch the surface, automatically lifting your upper body which leads to less stress on your elbows and reduces the amount of body weight you\u2019re raising (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/blog\/rise-push-ups-classic-exercise-can-motivate-get-stronger-2019021810165\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, starting with incline pushups can train your body for the tougher versions in the future. Besides this, experienced athletes can perform incline pushups as their warm-up routine before strenuous training.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Muscles_Does_The_Incline_Push_Up_Work\"><\/span>What Muscles Does The Incline Push Up Work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compared to basic pushups, the incline version targets a tad different <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/exercises-to-strengthen-lower-back-and-core\/\">muscles<\/a>. The major incline push up muscles worked are your lower chest area. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It involves the pectoralis major triceps and anterior deltoids.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incline push up target muscles also include the secondary muscles, such as abdominals, obliques, quadriceps, and glutes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That said, this excellent and rather simple exercise will not only develop strength in your upper body but strengthen muscles in the chest, shoulders, arms, and core.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Incline_Push_Ups_Easier\"><\/span>Are Incline Push Ups Easier?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The simple answer is yes. Incline pushups are far easier, compared to the traditional version where the time stops and your self-loathing rises. The reason stands in your weight that puts the load on the lower body, allowing you to practice with less strain on your shoulders and arms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The higher surface you find the easier it becomes to execute the exercise. After enough practice, you may change to basic push-ups and even try out decline push-ups where you put your feet on an elevated surface leaving your upper body placed in a lower position.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Incline_Pushup_Muscles_You_Can_Train_Today\"><i>The Ultimate Incline Push-Ups Guide For Beginners<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Do_Incline_Push_Ups_Properly\"><\/span>How To Do Incline Push Ups Properly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The thing that makes pushups a great multifunctional <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-ball-exercises\/\">exercise<\/a> is their ability to work the entire upper body and back. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An incline push up muscle group mostly puts emphasis on your lower chest. You may execute the training at any time and at any place. The only exercising props you\u2019ll need are the elevated surface. Besides, the right technique leads to expected results, unlike the incorrect version where you can arch your back, shoulders, or arms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Incline_Pushup_Muscles_You_Can_Train_Today\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38833 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5109-1024x576.png\" alt=\"incline push up muscles\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5109.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5109-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5109.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5109-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5109.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Incline_Push-Ups_Performance\"><\/span><b>Incline Push-Ups Performance<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Equipment:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a flat workout bench, step platform, or jump box.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instructions:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand in front of the bench. Put your hands shoulder-width apart on the edge of the bench.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a plank position extend the legs backward until the legs and back form a straight line. Keep the weight on the balls of the feet.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowly bend your arms to lower the chest toward the bench. Keep the elbows and arms close to your body.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Push the body away gently from the bench, extending the arms but maintaining a slight bend in the elbow.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perform 8\u201312 reps for one set (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/324490\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please note, that with the correct technique, you shouldn\u2019t feel any pain in your upper body. But if you have any pain in your body during the performance, end the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wall-press-exercise\/\">exercise<\/a> and contact your healthcare provider.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Incline_Push_Ups_Build_Muscle\"><\/span>Do Incline Push Ups Build Muscle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incline pushups are an excellent chest exercise to incorporate into your training. Incline push up muscles used are chest muscles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to training the chest, the incline pushup engages the arms (triceps) and the shoulders (deltoid). It works out these as well as a long list of muscles throughout the abs, hips, back, and legs that act as coordination stabilizers. This prevents any sagging or arching of the spine during the movements. Performing incline pushups in a slow and deliberate motion can really engage your core (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/journals.lww.com\/nsca-jscr\/Fulltext\/2018\/07000\/Traditional_Versus_Suspended_Push_up_Muscle.2.aspx\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What this means is that incline push ups are vital to building your muscles by making them stronger and sustainable.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Besides, practicing incline push ups promote <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wall-ball-workout\/\">your ability<\/a> to perform more difficult pushup versions in the future which plays a big role in building muscle.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Incline_Push_Ups_Work_Triceps\"><\/span>Do Incline Push Ups Work Triceps?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incline push ups activate the triceps, but not as greatly as diamond incline push ups. If you desire to focus more greatly on your triceps you\u2019ll need to integrate incline diamond pushups. They are more difficult to perform but perfectly target your triceps.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diamond push-ups are also known as triangle push-ups, and are a more advanced version of the incline push up.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To execute the incline diamond push, you need to bring your hands close together and form a diamond or a triangle shape. Keep your legs and back straight and push yourself off the elevated surface.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to free yourself from all the extra pounds that have been weighting you down for way too long, <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Incline_Pushup_Muscles_You_Can_Train_Today\">start using the BetterMe app<\/a> and overhaul your entire life! <\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Many_Incline_Push-Ups_Should_I_Do\"><\/span>How Many Incline Push-Ups Should I Do?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintaining a good technique is as <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wall-pilates-program\/\">important<\/a> as the number of reps and sets. The golden rule for getting stronger and toned is \u201c<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proper technique+more challenge equals a fit and strong body\u201d.\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter what kind of goal you\u2019re chasing, more weight and more reps challenge your body for the results you so badly desire to attain. Our body craves more sets with enhanced repetitions. Therefore, the approximate challenge for each level sportsman performing incline pushups may look like this:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beginners should perform 3-4 reps for 4 sets, 2-3 times a week.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you get stronger, alter the reps from 3-4 to 6-20 for 4 sets, 2-3 times a week.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advanced athletes may upgrade to 20+ reps for 4 sets, 3 times a week.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, the following numbers are imprecise and might not fit every individual. However, if you perform only 3 pushups it\u2019s still better than no pushups at all. You start small and go big gradually. Don\u2019t compare yourself with those who execute more, instead focus on your abilities and feelings during the training.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Again, in case of any pain, never strive to push more reps. Stop and trek to your physician for help.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Incline_Pushup_Muscles_You_Can_Train_Today\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33050 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/8-1024x576.png\" alt=\"how many push-ups should i do\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/8.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/8-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/8.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/8.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_You_Stay_Safe_When_Doing_Push-Ups\"><\/span>How Do You Stay Safe When Doing Push-Ups?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safety measures are essential during every type of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wall-pushups\/\">training<\/a>, especially pushups. Here are a few simple steps that will benefit your push up routine and help you avoid injuries:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consult a physician. In case of any pre-existing health condition consult a doctor before beginning an exercise program.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place your hands properly. The most common mistake athletes make during push-ups is placing their hands too apart from each other. Spreading your hands too wide can reduce the range of motion and overall effectiveness.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your body aligned. Your upper and lower body needs to be in straight alignment without sagging, slumping, or bending your knees and hips. Instead, create a straight line from the head to toes which may benefit your core and back muscles.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incorporate warm-ups. Every training should begin with a basic 5-10 minute warm-up including stretching, jumping, jogging on the spot, or squatting. Warm-ups are effective in preventing injuries in children and adolescents (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9140806\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stop on time. Don\u2019t overload yourself with tons of repetitions and sets at the beginning. Let your strength come naturally. Just make sure the last 2-3 reps are difficult to perform.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Following the aforementioned safety instructions will help you receive only benefits from incline pushups. Now, let\u2019s disclose the benefits.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Benefits_Of_Incline_Pushups\"><\/span>What Are The Benefits Of Incline Pushups?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why do you perform exercises? Probably because you\u2019re aware of the major benefits they can give to your body. You take time and energy to perform an exercise and eventually, it loads you with strength and an <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wall-plank\/\">attractive body<\/a>. That\u2019s fair. Incline pushups are not the exception. Let\u2019s check out the top 5 benefits of incline push ups:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Incline push-ups strengthen your upper body.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Incline push-ups activate multiple muscle groups all over your upper body, including your triceps, anterior deltoids, and pectoralis major.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Incline push-ups target your lower chest muscles and core.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The incline push-up prioritizes your lower chest and core stabilization muscles. It means they focus not only on your chest but your core as well.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Incline push-ups promote stability.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Incline push-ups activate your core muscles and lower back muscles, therefore,\u00a0 improving stability. With good form and practice, incline push-ups also operate the obliques on the sides of your abdomen and the erector spinae muscles in your back.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Incline push-ups are easier to perform than ordinary push-ups.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You already know that the incline push-up puts more weight on your lower body than a standard push-up. It makes the push-up generally easier without putting too much pressure on your arms and shoulders. Newcomers should start with the incline push-up or a kneeling incline push up.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Incline push up doesn\u2019t require any equipment.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> People often get perplexed by the versatile choice of weights, resistance bands, and other sporting props. You don\u2019t need all that stuff with incline push ups. This bodyweight exercise requires only a sturdy chair, bench, or any other elevated safe surface. Therefore, you can easily integrate this exercise into a home workout.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-pushups-should-i-do\/\"><i>How Many Push-Ups Should I Do To Get My Body In Tip Top Shape?<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Variations_Of_Incline_Pushups\"><\/span>What Are The Variations Of Incline Pushups?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You might get bored performing the same incline pushup time and time again. That said, incorporating other variations can target more muscle groups and prepare you for other strenuous challenges.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019re going to cover the top 4 variations of incline pushups you can start doing today.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Shoulder_Tap_Push-Ups\"><\/span><strong>#1 Shoulder Tap Push-Ups<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shoulder tap push-ups upgrade you to the next level as it focuses on the triceps, chest, and shoulders while also strengthening your core. As a result, you achieve both upper body and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wall-slides\/\">core strength<\/a>, whilst working on your balance at the same time. To perform shoulder tap push-ups, you:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Begin in a plank position placing your hands at shoulder-width apart, with shoulders stacked directly on top of your wrists. Engage your core and glutes to create a straight line with your body.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With inhaling lower your chest down towards the ground with elbows bent and tucked in towards your torso. Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exhale and push back up to the starting position, then lift your right hand to tap the opposite left shoulder and push again.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat this movement with the left arm tapping the right shoulder. Perform this between 6-20 reps for 4 sets.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Incline_Pushup_Muscles_You_Can_Train_Today\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32941 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/3-26-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"incline push up muscles\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/3-26.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/3-26-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/3-26.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/3-26-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/3-26.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Hindu_Push-Ups\"><\/span><strong>#2 Hindu Push-Ups<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hindu push-up is an intermediate-level exercise that targets the upper body muscles, both improving your flexibility and mobility. The movement includes two yoga poses which are the downward dog and the cobra pose. To perform this, you will:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get in a downward dog pose with hands at a shoulder-width position and your feet together. Engage your core.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhale and gently swoop down into a cobra pose by bending your elbows and bringing your head down to the floor and back up to the sky to the cobra. Keep your elbows in towards your torso.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exhale and reverse the movement exactly until you\u2019re back to the starting position.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat this movement between 5-15 reps for 4 sets.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Spiderman_Push-Ups\"><\/span><strong>#3 Spiderman Push-Ups<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you want to gain a superhero&#8217;s strength? This variation will make you stronger emphasizing the upper body and core strength. After the incline and ordinary push-ups, you can gradually progress to the Spiderman version as it targets the core along with lower body muscles such as the quadriceps and hip flexors. To execute this, you will:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Begin in a plank position with your hands placed at a shoulder-width position. keep your shoulders stacked directly on top of your wrists. Make sure your body forms a straight line with your core and glutes engaged.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With inhale, lower your chest toward the ground. Simultaneously, you will draw your left knee up towards the side of the left side of the body. Your left knee touches the left elbow.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exhale to reverse the movement and return to the starting position.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do this on the opposite side, by bringing your right knee to touch your right elbow.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat this movement between 6-15 reps for 4 sets.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Yanking yourself back in shape has never been so easy with our game-changing fitness app! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Incline_Pushup_Muscles_You_Can_Train_Today\">Start transforming your life with BetterMe<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Decline_Pushups\"><\/span><strong>#4 Decline Pushups<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decline push-ups are the opposite of incline push-ups. You perform them with your feet on the elevated surface and your hands on the ground. This variation is much more difficult as it puts more load and stress on your upper body muscles. Decline push ups target the upper chest and the anterior deltoids. To perform them, you will:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start in a plank position with your feet on an elevated surface such as a bench. Place your hands on the ground at shoulder-width, and engage your glutes and core creating a straight line.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhale and lower your chest down towards the ground with your triceps parallel to the ground. Your core must be engaged and your body rigid.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exhale as you push back up to the starting position.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat this movement between 5-18 reps for 4 sets.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Push-ups also benefit weight loss. You can burn more calories by speeding up your push-ups (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/health-benefits-push-ups\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Incline_Pushup_Muscles_You_Can_Train_Today\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31541 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4258-1024x576.png\" alt=\"incline push up muscles\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4258.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4258-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4258.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4258-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4258.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways\"><\/span><strong>Key Takeaways<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re new to push-ups and desire to begin with something easier, incline variation is your good starting point. You can perform incline push ups by placing your hands on the elevated surface, therefore, distributing your weight all around your lower body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The major pushup incline muscles you can train today are the triceps, anterior deltoids, and pectoralis major. They promote stability, make you stronger, and require no equipment. After enough practice, you can upgrade to more difficult pushup versions for greater results.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In case of any irritating pain, stop the workout and contact your doctor for further guidelines.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Incline_Pushup_Muscles_You_Can_Train_Today\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you have a hard time doing ordinary push-ups, giving up after the third one? 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Despite being one of the most effective exercises, ordinary push-ups may be complicated, especially for beginners.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Here enters incline pushups - the easier bodyweight version that targets the lower chest area. All you need to do is to place your hands on the elevated platform, which puts less stress on your upper body. The majority of your weight gets distributed to your legs, making it bearable to perform.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">So, instead of jumping into basic \u201cmotivation-killing\u201d push-ups, beginners are advised to try out the incline version and gradually induce the regular pushup.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">This article explains the major incline pushup muscles you can train today, the number of push-ups you should do per day, the benefits of incline pushups, and their variations.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Alter your body with easy exercise.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><strong>What Is An Incline Pushup?<\/strong><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Recall your first time performing a regular <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/best-exercises-to-lose-belly-fat-female\/\\\">push-up<\/a>. 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