Push-Up Technique and Variations

Charlie Atkins explains the common mistakes people make when doing push-ups and provides a detailed guide on the correct technique. The video covers proper body alignment, elbow placement, and modifications to make push-ups easier. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining a straight line from head to heels and adjusting elbow angles based on the type of push-up. The tutorial concludes with a call to subscribe for more fitness tips.

What is a common mistake people make when doing push-ups?

• Keeping elbows close to the body

• Pointing elbows outwards

• Maintaining a straight line from head to heels

• Placing hands shoulder-width apart

What is the correct position for your shoulders during a push-up?

• Behind your wrists

• At the same level as your elbows

• In front of your wrists

• Directly over your wrists

How should your body be aligned during a push-up?

• Curved from head to heels

• Straight line from head to heels

• Bent at the waist

• Arched back

Where should your elbows be positioned during a traditional push-up?

• Tucked in close to the body

• Pointing directly outwards

• Somewhere between close and outwards

• Above shoulder level

What is a variation of push-ups that involves elbows tucked in?

• Wide stance push-up

• Incline push-up

• Decline push-up

• Tricep push-up

How can you modify a push-up to make it easier?

• Spread your hands wider

• Add weight to your back

• Use an elevated surface

• Lower your body further

What remains the same in a modified push-up?

• The height of the body

• The angle of the elbows

• The speed of the movement

• The alignment of the body

What is the benefit of using an elevated surface for push-ups?

• Increases difficulty

• Reduces strain on wrists

• Makes the push-up easier

• Improves balance

What should you do if you want more content on proper exercise techniques?

• Search online

• Subscribe to the channel

• Ask a friend

• Read a book

Who is the instructor in the video?

• Charlie Atkins

• John Doe

• Jane Smith

• Alex Johnson