Modified Push Up

This is a good all-around chest developer. It also strengthens and firms the triceps (muscles at the back of the upper arm).

Equipment
Exercise mat.

Exercise Technique

Starting position is with knees bent and apart, ankles raised and crossed, hands at shoulder width and body straight.
Slowly lower body to the floor while keeping back straight and abdominal muscles pulled in.
Squeeze chest muscles to push yourself back to the starting position

Performance Tips

Keep abdominal muscles tight, otherwise, spine will sag.
Keep neck in line with spine.
In the lowered position, keep elbows in line with shoulder joint.
In raised position, avoid over-straightening the elbows.
To increase the resistance, try doing the push-ups on your toes instead of your knees.

Repetitions:
Eight to ten repetitions on each side