How to do it
- Hands under your shoulders, toes tucked, body in one long line.
- Lower slowly until your chest nears the floor, elbows close to your sides.
- Press the floor away until your arms are straight.
Common mistakes
Hips sag
Hips sagging. Squeeze your glutes and brace your belly, so you stay in one line.
Elbows flare
Elbows flaring wide. Keep them close to your sides as you lower.
Head drops
Head dropping. Keep your neck long and in line with your back.


