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Push-Up from Knees

A knee push-up reduces the load while still training the pressing muscles and loading the wrists.

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How to dose it

Sets
3
Reps
8–12
Intensity
RPE 6–7
Rest
60–90 s

Bone load

Spine
Hip
Wrist

Equipment

Bodyweight

Set up

  1. 1Hands under shoulders, knees down, straight line from head to knees.

Do this

  • Lower with control
  • Keep the core braced and hips in line
  • Press to full lockout

Avoid this

  • Hips piking up or sagging
  • Half range

Safety

Maintain a straight torso; don't let the low back arch.

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