How to do a knee press-up

Easier versionsBodyweightBeginner

The press-up from your knees — the version every full press-up starts from. Same movement, less of your weight to press, and it builds the same strength.

How to do it

1Knees down, hands under your shoulders and a wee bit wider
2Straight line from your head to your knees
3Lower your chest slowly, then push the floor away

Muscles worked

Chest Shoulders Arms

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