The Full Press Up – Your 10 Point Guide

So you’ve completed the two phases of the press up as described in my previous article and now you’re ready for the full Press Up, we’ll assume you’ve warmed up and are now ready to go.

1. Lie down on the floor, with your hands level to your shoulders and a little more than shoulder width apart. Look straight ahead and remember to breathe naturally.
2. Your legs should be straight but your feet should be at 90 degrees so you’re up on your toes.
3. So now you’re ready to push yourself up off the floor by straightening your arms.
4. Keep your body straight so no arching of the back as you push up.
5. As you straighten your arms you should breath out.
6. Pause at the top of the movement and count to 1.
7. Lower your body to the floor by bending your elbows, keeping your back straight and looking ahead.
8. Keep lowering yourself until your chest touches the floor.
9. Pause for a moment (well done, you’ve completed a full press up!)
10. To move on to your second press up by straightening your arms and repeat the instructions from point 3. Performing good press ups will ensure a stronger and more toned upper body and a great sense of achievement so don’t give up and keep pushing!

Keep healthy!

Dave