If standard push-ups feel too challenging, begin with easier variations. Knee push-ups or incline push-ups performed against a wall or bench can help build strength gradually.

The muscles worked by push-ups include the chest, shoulders, back, core, and arm muscles. This exercise is a great addition to any workout. There are several ways to modify or amplify your push-ups.

It is what the fitness enthusiasts call a muscle pump. This temporary swelling happens when blood rushes into the working ...