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Chest · Body Weight

Decline Kneeling Push Up on Box

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Decline Kneeling Push Up on Box is a beginner compound strength exercise that works the pectorals (chest), with the shoulders assisting. It needs only a box. A typical prescription is 3 sets of 8-12 reps, and it burns about 6.1 calories per minute.

Target
Pectorals
Body part
Chest
Equipment
Body Weight
Category
Strength
Mechanic
Compound
Force
Push
Sets × reps
3 × 8-12
Calories / min
≈ 6.1 kcal

Primary muscles

  • Chest · Pectoralis Major
  • Triceps · Triceps Brachii

Secondary muscles

  • Shoulders · Deltoids

How to do Decline Kneeling Push Up on Box

  1. Begin by placing your knees on a box and position your hands on the floor shoulder-width apart.
  2. Engage your chest and ensure your body forms a straight line from your head to your knees.
  3. Lower your chest towards the floor by bending your elbows, keeping them at a 45-degree angle to your body.
  4. Push through your hands to return to the starting position, straightening your arms. Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.

Form tips

  • Avoid flaring your elbows out to the sides; keep them at a 45-degree angle to engage your chest and triceps more effectively.
  • Perform the movement with control to maximize muscle activation and prevent injury.
  • Breathe steadily throughout the exercise, exhaling as you push up and inhaling as you lower down.

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Decline Kneeling Push Up on Box FAQ

What muscles does Decline Kneeling Push Up on Box work?

Decline Kneeling Push Up on Box mainly works the pectorals in the chest (Pectoralis Major and Triceps Brachii). The shoulders work as secondary muscles.

What equipment do you need for Decline Kneeling Push Up on Box?

You need only a box.

How many sets and reps of Decline Kneeling Push Up on Box should I do?

Start with 3 sets of 8-12 reps. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.

Is Decline Kneeling Push Up on Box good for beginners?

Yes. Decline Kneeling Push Up on Box is rated beginner, so it's a sound choice while you learn to train the pectorals.

How many calories does Decline Kneeling Push Up on Box burn?

About 6.1 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 61 calories; heavier people burn more.

What is a good alternative to Decline Kneeling Push Up on Box?

Other exercises for the pectorals include Suspension Trainer With Grips Decline Push-Up, Band Push-Up, Assisted Weighted Push Up and Resistance Band Assisted Push-Up.

For developers

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