Exercise library
Incline push-up
- Stable raised surface
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Where this exercise appears
Source
NST Beginner Strength Plan, free sample
Called “Incline push-up (hands on a stable table or counter)” in this session.
Read Before you start for NST Beginner Strength Plan, free sampleSets
3 sets x 6-10 reps
Rest
Rest 45-60 seconds between sets. Start the next set when your breathing has settled and you can keep good form. (this source states one rest figure for its whole session, not one just for this exercise).
Main cue
Body in a straight line from shoulders to ankles. Lower until your chest is close to the surface, then press back up. Stop the set when you can no longer keep that straight line.
No written technique is recorded for this exercise in this source yet.
Go to NST Beginner Strength Plan, free sampleSource
Workout of the Week
Called “Incline push-up” in this session.
Read Before you start for Workout of the WeekSets
3 sets of 6-10 repetitions
Rest
60-90 seconds
Main cue
Keep shoulders, hips and ankles in one line as your chest moves towards the surface.
Easier
Use a higher, stable surface such as a wall or kitchen counter.
Harder
Use a lower stable surface while keeping the same controlled shape.
No written technique is recorded for this exercise in this source yet.
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