PUSH ‘me’ UP
Learning and mastering push-ups is a transformative experience beyond building upper body strength. Push-ups are a fundamental exercise that engages multiple muscle groups, including the chest, shoulders, triceps, and core, making them an efficient full-body workout. The true power of push-ups lies in their ability to develop physical prowess and mental resilience.
5 Tips for the Perfect Push-Up
Hand Placement: Position your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. Keep fingers pointed forward or slightly outwards.
Body Alignment: Maintain a straight line from head to heels. Engage your core to prevent sagging hips or raised buttocks.
Elbow Angle: Keep your elbows at a 45-degree angle relative to your body. This protects your shoulders and engages your triceps effectively.
Lower with Control: Lower yourself slowly until your chest nearly touches the ground. Focus on keeping your form intact throughout the movement.
Explosive Ascent: Push back up with power, fully extending your arms while maintaining your body alignment. Avoid locking your elbows at the top.
Mastering push-ups also cultivates discipline. Whether you are barely coping from your knees or pumping that chest to the ground, this March we are dialling these bad boys in!
