How To Properly Do A Wall Push-Up - Strength Exercises - Wellen

The wall push-up is a great exercise for beginning to weight bear through your wrists, which is important for preventing further bone loss in that area. The wall push-up also strengthens the muscles of your upper body, including your chest, shoulders, and arms.

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0:00 Why do a Wall Push-Up
0:20 How to set up for a Wall Push-Up
0:28 How to perform a Wall Push-Up
0:44 Common mistakes when performing a Wall Push-Up

SET UP
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Begin by standing about a foot away from a wall. Facing the wall, place your hands on the wall at about shoulder height.

MOVEMENT
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Bend your elbows in a push-up position. Straighten your elbows, pushing yourself back to the starting position.

TIPS
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- Keep your lower abdominal muscles engaged throughout the exercise to keep your spine in neutral alignment.
- Do not bend your elbows so far that you feel strain or discomfort in front of your shoulders

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