Wide Grip Push Ups

A push-up variation with a wider hand placement to emphasize the chest.

How to do it

1. Start in a high plank with hands wider than shoulder-width.
2. Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels.
3. Lower your chest toward the floor by bending your elbows.
4. Keep your core braced and glutes engaged.
5. Press back up until your arms are extended.
6. Repeat for the desired number of reps.

Tips

• Keep your elbows at roughly 45 degrees from your torso.
• Maintain a straight line from head to heels.
• Lower until your chest is close to the floor.

Muscles

Primary: Chest

Secondary: Front deltoid, Serratus, Triceps