Push Beginner

Wall Push-ups

The first step to mastering push-ups: a standing push movement against a wall.

ChestShouldersTriceps
Wall Push-ups — Starting position Starting position
Wall Push-ups — End position End position

Parameters

3 Sets
12-15 Reps
60s Rest

01 Steps

  1. 1 Stand facing a wall with your arms extended, hands placed shoulder-width apart on the wall at chest height.
  2. 2 Step your feet back about one step to create a slight angle between your body and the wall.
  3. 3 Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels, core engaged.
  4. 4 Bend your elbows to bring your chest toward the wall, controlling the descent (2 seconds).
  5. 5 Push firmly into the wall to return to the starting position with arms fully extended.

02 Tips

  • The further your feet are from the wall, the harder the exercise. Adjust the distance to your level.
  • Keep your elbows at a 45° angle from your body, not flared out to the sides.
  • Exhale as you push, inhale as you lower.

03 Common mistakes

  • Arching the lower back: keep your abs tight and pelvis neutral.
  • Letting elbows flare to 90°: keep them at 45° to protect your shoulders.
  • Moving too fast: control each phase of the movement.

04 If you struggle

  • Move your feet closer to the wall to reduce the load.
  • Do half reps, only lowering halfway.
Beginner Wall Push-ups

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