Home Exercises:

PUSH-UPS
(Works UPPER ARMS, CHEST SHOULDERS, CORE)

One of the best all-around exercises can be done anywhere - at home, at the gym, or while travelling.

The key to safe and effective push-ups is good form.  Keeping the entire spine in a neutral position throughout the exercise is essential.  During the lowering phase, lead with the chest, not the chin or stomach.  Keep neck in line with spine and keep abdominals engaged to prevent arching the lower back.

If push-ups are difficult or new for you, keep your knees on the floor, behind hips, as shown.  For more intensity, keep knees off floor, and legs straight.

To emphasize triceps, keep hands at shoulder width, and bend elbows behind you, keeping upper arms close to the body.  To emphasize chest and shoulders, use a wider hand width, and let elbows turn out slightly.