Incline Push Press
Description
The incline push-press is an explosive incline push-up where you press hard enough at the top to slightly lift your hands off the surface. It is a plyometric regression — easier than floor plyo push-ups due to the incline angle, making it accessible for developing explosive pressing power.
Equipment Required
Incline Push Press Instructions
- Place hands on a bench or box at chest height. Set feet back in a push-up position.
- Lower your chest toward the bench.
- Press up explosively — generate enough force to briefly lift your hands off the surface.
- Land softly back on the bench and immediately lower into the next rep.
- The incline makes this easier than floor plyo push-ups.
- Maintain a straight body line throughout.
- Aim for 8 to 12 reps per set.
- Progress toward floor-level plyo push-ups over time.
Incline Push Press Form & Visual
Incline Push Press Benefits
- Plyometric pressing regression (easier than floor)
- Builds explosive upper-body power
- Accessible for developing pressing explosiveness
- No equipment beyond an elevated surface
- Progressive — decrease incline for more difficulty
- Builds fast-twitch pressing strength
Incline Push Press Muscles Worked
- Pectoralis major
- Triceps brachii
- Anterior deltoid
- Core (stabilizer)
- Serratus anterior
