5 Best Strength Exercises To Improve Your Overall Body Strength

#5 Push-Ups

The push-up is an excellent bodyweight exercise that primarily targets the pectoral muscles in the chest. Additionally, the exercise tones the deltoids, biceps, triceps in the arms, and the core for a complete upper body workout.

Instructions:

Step 1: Lie down in a prone position with your feet placed close to each other. Place the arms on the side and transition yourself into a high plank such that the arms are in a fully extended position.

Step 2: With a straight torso, slightly lower your body until the chest in just inches off the floor. In this position, the upper arms must be in line with the shoulders.

Step 3: Pause for a second and return to the initial position. Ensure that the elbows are close to the body throughout the duration of the exercise.

Repeat the exercise for the recommended number of times.

Important tips: Wear a weighted vest while performing push-ups for added resistance and improved customisability. One could also vary the position of the arms to target the different regions of the pectoral muscles.