Strengthen Upper Body with Military Push Ups

Military Push Ups

Rep Range

10-20

Hints

Start in a plank with hands at shoulder width. Keep a straight line from head to heels and fully extend arms on each push-up.

Common Mistakes

Watch for sagging or piked hips, flared elbows, and not using a full range of motion.

Breathing

Inhale on descent, exhale on ascent, and maintain consistent breathing

Muscle Focus

Primary Muscles

Middle Chest

Secondary Muscles

Upper Chest, Lower Chest, Shoulders, Triceps, Core, Serratus Anterior

Tertiary Muscles

Traps, Levator Scapulae, Rhomboids, Infraspinatus, Teres Major, Teres Minor, Latissimus Dorsi, Lower Back, Erector Spinae, Lower Body