Push-up with hands wider than shoulder-width. More chest emphasis. Targets the chest with no equipment required. Can be done anywhere — at home, in a park, or at the gym. Builds body control and functional fitness.
How to Do Wide-Grip Push-Up: Step by Step
Hands 1.5x shoulder-width apart
Lower chest to floor
Keep core tight, body straight
Press up fully
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Hands too wide — stresses shoulders
Sagging hips
Half reps
Wide-Grip Push-Up Tips
Start with bodyweight or light weight to master the form before progressing
Focus on the mind-muscle connection — think about the target muscle working
Control both the lifting and lowering phases for maximum muscle activation
Use a tempo of 2 seconds up, 1 second pause, 2 seconds down for best results