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Do push-ups from a prone position

How to Real Push-ups

Starting Position

Place your hands under your shoulders while lying face down.

Proper Form

1. Place your hands under your shoulders while lying face down.

2. Extend your arms to lift your body.

3. Slowly return to the original position.

Breathing Technique

Exhale while lifting your body and inhale while coming down.

Precautions

Keep your upper body straight.

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About

How to Real Push-ups

Starting Position

Proper Form

Breathing Technique

Precautions

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About

How to Real Push-ups

Starting Position

Proper Form

Breathing Technique

Precautions

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