Wide Push-up
Wide Push-up demonstration
Watch the demo so setup and tempo are clear before you follow the step-by-step cues.
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Performing the: A Step-by-Step Tutorial Wide Push-up
Work through the cues in order so setup, bracing, and reps stay consistent before you add load.
- Keep your feet together and your body in a straight line as you lower your body by bending your elbows.
- Make sure to keep your core tight and your head in neutral position, looking down at the floor.
- Lower your body until your chest almost touches the floor, ensuring your elbows are flaring out during the descent.
- Push your body back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms but not locking them out, and repeat the process for your desired number of repetitions.
Tips for Performing Wide Push-up
Form reminders that keep range of motion and control in check once the basic pattern feels stable.
- Maintain a Straight Body: It's crucial to keep your body straight from head to heels throughout the exercise. Avoid sagging your hips or lifting your buttocks, as this can lead to lower back strain. Imagine a straight line running from your head to your heels and try to maintain this alignment throughout the exercise.
- Controlled Movement: Avoid rushing through the push-ups. Make sure to lower your body in a controlled manner until your chest is almost touching the floor, and then push back up to the starting position. This controlled movement will help to engage all the necessary muscles and reduce the risk of injury.
- Proper Breathing: B
Can beginners do the Wide Push-up?
A short framing note on whether this pattern suits newer lifters before you load it heavily.
Yes, beginners can do the Wide Push-up exercise. However, it might be more challenging for beginners as it requires a bit more strength and stability than the standard push-up. It's important to start slowly and focus on form rather than quantity. If it's too difficult, they can start with modified versions such as push-ups on their knees or against a wall until they build up strength. It's always recommended to consult with a fitness professional to ensure proper form and prevent injury.
What are common variations of the Wide Push-up?
Compare these progressions when the main pattern is solid or you need a different stimulus with similar equipment.
- The Diamond Wide Push-up involves placing your hands closer together while maintaining a wide stance, providing a greater challenge to the triceps and shoulders.
- The Staggered Wide Push-up involves placing one hand further forward than the other, which challenges your core stability and targets different muscle groups.
- The Single Arm Wide Push-up involves lifting one arm off the ground, which greatly increases the difficulty and targets the stabilizing muscles in your core and lower body.
- The Plyometric Wide Push-up involves pushing off the ground with enough force to lift your hands off the ground, which incorporates explosive power into the exercise.



