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Incline Reverse Push-Up

Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Incline Reverse Push-Up.

MediumTriceps

About this exercise

The incline reverse push-up is a bodyweight triceps exercise performed with hands placed on a bench and fingers pointing toward the body (reverse/supinated grip). This hand orientation shifts the primary load from the chest to the triceps, making it an effective closed-chain isolation drill.

How to Perform

  • Place your hands on the edge of a flat bench, fingers pointing toward your feet (reverse grip), slightly narrower than shoulder-width
  • Walk your feet back so your body forms a straight line from head to heels in a high plank position
  • Keep your elbows pointing straight back, not flaring to the sides
  • Lower your chest toward the bench by bending your elbows
  • Stop when your elbows reach roughly 90 degrees or your chest nearly touches the bench
  • Press forcefully through your palms to extend your arms back to the start, squeezing your triceps at the top
  • Maintain a rigid core and neutral spine throughout the movement

Muscle Activation

Primary
Triceps
Secondary
Front shouldersMiddle chest

Common Mistakes

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About the Incline Reverse Push-Up

The Incline Reverse 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.

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