Push ups for PE - The basics, variations and challenges

This video tutorial covers the benefits and techniques of push-ups, highlighting the muscles involved and offering a variety of push-up styles and variations. It begins with the basic push-up form, emphasizing proper positioning and alignment. The tutorial then explores different push-up variations, including those that incorporate equipment like balls and bean bags, to enhance strength and balance. Advanced techniques such as diamond, sphinx, and spiderman push-ups are also demonstrated, providing a comprehensive guide to mastering push-ups.

Which muscles are primarily engaged during a push-up?

• Quadriceps and hamstrings

• Calves and forearms

• Pectoral muscles and core

• Biceps and triceps

What is the correct arm position for a basic push-up?

• Arms close to the body

• Arms wide apart

• Arms in front of the chest

• Arms above the head

How can beginners modify a push-up if they find it difficult?

• By performing knee push-ups

• By using a resistance band

• By increasing the speed

• By doing it on one hand

What is a unique feature of the 'opposites' push-up variation?

• Using a resistance band

• Jumping between push-ups

• Performing it on one leg

• Touching the opposite hand to foot

In the 'wide and narrow' push-up variation, what changes between repetitions?

• The width of the arms

• The height of the body

• The position of the feet

• The speed of the push-up

Which push-up variation involves making a diamond shape with your hands?

• Spiderman push-up

• Worm push-up

• Diamond push-up

• Sphinx push-up

What is the main focus of the 'sphinx' push-up?

• Biceps

• Triceps and core

• Legs

• Shoulders

In the 'spiderman' push-up, what movement is added?

• Knee to elbow

• Jumping

• Clapping

• Rotating the torso

What equipment can be used to increase the difficulty of a push-up?

• A dumbbell

• A resistance band

• A soccer ball

• A skipping rope

How can balancing a ball on your neck during a push-up be made easier?

• By doing it on one hand

• By increasing the speed

• By using a bean bag

• By using a larger ball