Deep press ups should only be performed by conditioned persons, as the increased depth will create a greater range of movement which will work more muscle fibres of the chest.

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Aim to use two step boxes, which you should place your hands onto, keeping your fingers pointing forward.

Lower down under control, holding in the final lowered phase for 1 - 2 seconds prior to returning back up to your starting position.

You may wish to make the exercise harder by performing with your feet raised on another step box, however always take care that any raised platform you use is secure, with your hands or feet firmly on them.

For a complete upper body workout, take a look at our PRESS UP CIRCUIT

As with any advanced exercise, its worth performing a few simple warm-up exercises prior to taken your chest muscles through a deeper range of movement. Some normal press-ups followed by some chest stretches will help prevent muscle soreness.

You can make this exercise easier by resting your knees on the floor, just remember to keep good form with any exercise you perform, working within your own limits.

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