Press Ups Posted on August 21, 2012 by James Comments Press ups
are the staple of any fitness plan, and a great way to build
strength and definition in your upper body. Good form is
important in maximising impact and there are numerous different
press up variations that you can do as you develop your strength
to ensure that you are continually challenged. Muscle Groups
Worked by Press Ups Standard press ups Depending on the
technique that you use, your press ups can impact on a variety
of different areas of your chest and arms. The core areas worked
in a push up routine are your triceps (the muscles at the back
of your upper arms) and your pecs (the muscles across your
chest). Additionally, you work out the muscles through your core
back and shoulders too by holding your body straight. Basic Form
Guide for Press Ups Regardless of the kind of push ups that you
want to do and your level of fitness, you should focus on a
smooth, controlled action and move slowly through the downwards
phase before pushing back up