Push-ups have developed a reputation for being one of the best upper bodyweight exercises you can do. They also don’t require equipment, making them accessible for all. But for all the hype ...

Push-ups are popular for a reason: They require no equipment, so you can do them at home or on the go. What’s more, they’re scalable, so you can try variations that offer more support (wall push-ups ...

Few exercises pack the punch that push-ups do. They provide a great workout, can conveniently be done anytime and from anywhere and deliver real results if done properly and with consistency. They are ...

I recently advised a reader with several options to help improve their push-up regimen. One of those options was to decrease their sets and increase their repetitions but keep the total volume the ...

Push-ups are one of those classic exercises you see everywhere, from bootcamps to yoga flows to strength workouts—and probably even in your gym class flashbacks. But if you find yourself grimacing ...

What muscles do push ups work? The classic strength-training exercise recruits lots of different muscles for movement and stabilization, but it mainly targets your chest, shoulders and upper arms.

Push-ups work your chest, shoulders, back, core, and arm muscles. Maintain a straight line with your body and keep your elbows at a 45-degree angle to do a push-up effectively. You can pair push-ups ...