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Elevated Feet Push Up

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Difficulty

Easy_to_Medium

Equipment Needed

Bench or Box

Starting Position

Push Up Position with Feet on top of the 12 in., 18 in., or 24 in. Bench or Box

Procedure

  1. Place hands shoulder width apart.
  2. Lower your body downward making sure to keep your body parallel with the floor
  3. Return to the starting position.
  4. Repeat.

Coaching Keys

  • Keep your body parallel with the floor.
  • Focus on using the chest, triceps and shoulders when performing the movement.
  • Keep the abdominals tight.

You Should Feel it...

In your chest, triceps, shoulders and abdominals.

Exercise Purpose

Improves overall upper body and core strength and endurance.

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