Classification
Type | basic |
Mechanics | compound |
Direction | push |
Equipment | step |
Additional Equipment | mat |
Instructions
Preparation
Put hands slightly wider than shoulderwide on mat. Place feet on Step and hold body in straight position. Upper arms remain perpendicular to body.Execution
Bend arms to lower body toward floor until elbows are flexed right-angled. Return, keep arms slightly flexed. Repeat.Variations / Comments
Keep body straight throughout motion.![Step Push-up, Decline | Starting Position Step Push-up, Decline Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/59/1859.jpg)
![arrow arrow](/template/images/position_arrow.gif)
![Step Push-up, Decline | Ending Position Step Push-up, Decline Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/60/1860.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Pectoralis Major, Clavicular |
Synergist | Pectoralis Major, Sternal | Triceps Brachii | Deltoid, Anterior |
Stabilizers | Rectus Abdominis | Obliques | Quadriceps | Biceps Brachii |
![Step Push-up, Decline | Muscles Front Step Push-up, Decline Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/83/983.jpg)
Front
![Step Push-up, Decline | Muscles Rear Step Push-up, Decline Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/84/984.jpg)
Rear
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