Decline Push Up

The decline push up is a feet-elevated bodyweight pressing exercise building upper-chest and shoulder endurance for HYROX Wall Balls and Sled Push.
Movement
A decline push-up places the feet on an elevated stable surface and the hands below. Elevation, hand position, body line, range and tempo change relative load and shoulder demands; it does not isolate one chest region.
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Programming
Use a secure surface and a height and range you can control without pain. Greater elevation is not automatically better or a required progression. The exercise does not guarantee shoulder safety, muscle growth, pressing strength or HYROX® performance.
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FAQ
Is there one correct load or dose?
No. Select it from the goal, equipment, experience and response.
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Does it guarantee HYROX® performance?
No. Training relevance does not establish individual race transfer.
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What if it hurts?
Stop for sharp, persistent or worsening pain and seek qualified assessment.
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