PRESS-UP Definition & Meaning

press-up

[ pres-uhp ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

British.

press-up

an exercise in which the body is alternately raised from and lowered to the floor by the arms only, the trunk being kept straight with the toes and hands resting on the floor Also called (US and Canadian)push-up

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First recorded in 1945–50; noun use of verb phrase press up

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The plank position, which resembles a press-up, with elbows directly beneath shoulders, legs stretched out behind, strengthens the abdomen.

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So instead of endless press-up and squat variations, this year, I’ve switched to running every other day as my primary form of exercise.

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A brief but vigorous press-up routine in the bedroom.

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Four is a straight press-up, but done properly – no keeping your knees on the floor.

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Something straightforward, such as a press-up, is a better bet than aiming for a triathlon right off the bat.

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