Pushups

[matsko]

when performing pushups, does the overall outcome benefit more the back muscles or the chest? The paranoia that I have about pushups is that they will strengthen my chest muscles, thus causing my posture to suffer. Or does it perform the opposite?

 

[NBS 4life]

They are primarily an exercise for the pectoral (chest) shoulder and tricep muscles.

 

[flyinfree]

hehehe
but any excuse for not doing them will do.

i will also add this. The pushup when done properly and slowly also works the abs and lower back as a result of the plank position.

FF
BIG FAN OF THE PUSHUP!

 

[Karky]

just work your back with horizontal pulling movements with your pushups.