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Forearms to Wide Grip Wall Push-Up

Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Forearms to Wide Grip Wall Push-Up.

EasyMiddle chest

About this exercise

The Forearms to Wide Grip Wall Push-Up is a wall-based push-up variation that begins with forearms placed against the wall and transitions to a wide-grip push-up position, increasing chest activation. It is an accessible beginner chest exercise that uses the wall as resistance rather than the floor.

How to Perform

  • Stand facing a wall at arm's length and place both forearms flat against it at chest height
  • Shift your weight toward the wall and then push yourself back by pressing through your forearms
  • Reposition your hands to a wide grip on the wall, fingers pointing slightly outward
  • Perform a push-up by bending your elbows and lowering your chest toward the wall
  • Press back to the starting wide-grip position
  • Return to the forearm position to complete one rep
  • Repeat for the desired number of reps

Muscle Activation

Primary
Middle chest
Secondary
TricepsFront shoulders

About the Forearms to Wide Grip Wall Push-Up

The Forearms to Wide Grip Wall Push-Up is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.