Full body functional exercises: push-up variations (with video)

Dr. Angela Seabright
Frank Sorise

| 1 min read

Different types of pushups
Push-ups are a great workout because they build strength in many areas of the body especially the forearms, shoulders, back and chest. Push-ups are also great for pushing your body a little hard than it is used to, which will in turn increase your metabolism. In this video Registered Dietitian, Grace Derocha, with the help of BCBSM team member Kyle Hall, explains how to do a standard, close-stance, wide-stance, and dive bomb push-ups.

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