Fingertip Push-Up
Push-up on the pads of the fingers to load the fingers and forearms.
How to do it
- Get into a plank on your fingertips with the fingers slightly bent.
- Place hands under or just outside your shoulders.
- Keep the body in a straight line with core and glutes tight.
- Lower by bending the elbows so the chest moves toward the floor.
- Do not let the hips sag.
- Press up while keeping the weight on your fingertips.
Key technique cue
Support on the fingertips, body in a straight line, lower and press without letting the hips sag.
Common mistakes
- ✕ Sagging lower back
- ✕ Fingers sliding apart and weight dropping to the palms
- ✕ Too many reps in the first session
- ✕ Elbows flaring wide
Benefits
- ✓ Finger and forearm strength
- ✓ Stronger grip
- ✓ Core stability
Progression: from easier to harder
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- Decline Push Up
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About the exercise
A harder push-up variation that strengthens the fingers, hands and forearms on top of the chest and triceps. Suited to trained people; start with few reps so the hands can adapt.
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