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Push Ups
The standard push up. Pressing strength and trunk stiffness in one movement, a base for upper body power.
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Why it matters for golf
Push ups build the chest, shoulders, and triceps while forcing the trunk to hold a plank, so golfers get pressing strength and core stiffness in the same rep. That combination supports the arms' job of transferring trunk speed into the club.
Coaching cues
- Hands under shoulders, body in one line.
- Lower the chest with the elbows about 45 degrees.
- Press the floor away.
- Squeeze the glutes the whole set.
Common faults
- Sagging hips or a poked forward chin.
- Half reps that skip the bottom.