Single Leg Decline Push up

The single leg decline push up is a simple modification to the decline push up. When performing the single leg decline push up you place only one foot on top of a weight bench or box and raise the other foot in the air.

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The single leg decline push up is a simple modification to the decline push up. When performing the single leg decline push up you place only one foot on top of a weight bench or box and raise the other foot in the air.

When performing the single leg decline push up it is essential to keep your core tighten during the push up in order to avoid injury.

To performe the single leg decline push up:

1. Start off with one foot on top of a weight bench or box and the other foot raised in the air.
2. Your hands should on the ground slightly wider than your shoulders and inline with with your chest.
3. Your arms should be straight to start.
4. Your feet should be close together with straight legs.
5. Squeeze your glutes and abs to keep your legs and back in a straight line.
6. Your head should be inline with your body and it should stay in this position during the decline push up.
7. Lower your body until your chest nearly touches the ground and pause before pushing yourself back up to the starting position.
8. Remember to keep your core tight during the incline push up.

Workout Tip Title: Single Leg Decline Push up
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Single, Leg, Decline, Push up
The single leg decline push up is a simple modification to the decline push up. When performing the single leg decline push up you place only one foot on top of a weight bench or box and raise the other foot in the air.