The close-grip pushup is a valuable addition to your training routine that can help to pump up your arms, but are you sure you're even doing the exercise correctly? For this movement, you shouldn't ...

There's no denying that push-ups instantly make your arms feel like they're going to fall off no matter your fitness level. They're on my list of "exercises I love to hate" even though push-ups are a ...

Here’s a deeper dive into which muscles you’ll work when doing a push-up. What Muscles Do Push-Ups Target? To perform a classic push-up, you’ll start in a high plank position, bend your elbows to ...

Learn how to improve push-ups with this personal trainer's advice based on common mistakes she sees in the gym.

The push-up is one of the first strength exercises we’re exposed to from a young age. But don’t let its simplicity fool you – the humble push-up is a tried and true tool for developing upper body and ...

Buried deep in your brain, you might have a memory of shakily attempting — and maybe failing — to do a handful of push-ups during your fifth-grade gym class. It was the era of the agonizing (though ...

Building your ideal body takes hard work, dedication, and, at times, attention to detail. Working specific areas of a muscle can help you create the exact look that you want. The inner chest is a part ...

Warm up with your timed run event (1.5 miles, two miles, three miles or other). Take the first half of the distance and run easy as you warm up. Run the second half at goal pace or faster to see ...

Sure, the push-up is a bodyweight exercise, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy—in fact, it can be really challenging to master. That’s why push-up modifications (basically, less intense versions of the ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. With all the exercise machines at the gym and countless number of ...

Maintaining a firm grip helps you perform better at the gym and in everyday life. We spoke to experts about why it matters ...