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Kneeling Push-Up

A secondary horizontal push movement for chest, triceps.

Equipment

bodyweight

Typical range

6–25 reps

Also trains

shoulders, core

Set up

Set up in a clear space and inspect every contact point before starting.

Execute

Set knees down with a straight knee-to-head line, lower the chest, and press smoothly.

Complete the final repetition with the same controlled range, then exit the position safely.

Coaching cues

• Move the torso as one piece.
• Use a repeatable, pain-free range.

Common mistakes

• Hinging at the hips instead of bending the elbows.
• Continuing after position, control, or equipment security is lost.

Modify or stop when relevant discomfort is reported. Educational content does not diagnose injury.