Incline High-Bar Push-Up
Elevate your push-up game! This incline variation is easier on the wrists while still building serious upper body strength.
Required Equipment
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
High Bar Incline Push-Up Instructions
Starting Position:
Stand facing the parallel bars.
Place your hands on the bars, ensuring they are shoulder-width apart.
Walk your feet back so your body forms a straight line from your head to your heels. Your feet should be together.
Keep your core engaged and your body straight.
Movement Instructions:
1. Lowering Phase:
Slowly bend your elbows to lower your body toward the bars.
Keep your elbows at about a 45-degree angle from your body.
Lower yourself until your upper arms are parallel to the ground or until you reach a comfortable position.
2. Pushing Phase:
Press through your hands to push your body back up to the starting position.
Extend your arms fully while keeping your body straight.
Avoid locking your elbows at the top.
Tips:
Maintain a tight core throughout the movement to ensure proper body alignment.
If you are a beginner, you can modify the exercise by keeping your feet closer to the bars or lowering the angle by using a lower surface.
Keep your head neutral and avoid looking up too high.
Aim for controlled movements to maximize the effectiveness of the exercise.
Repetitions:
Start with 5-10 repetitions and gradually increase as you feel more comfortable with the movement.