So, you don’t have any money to purchase at-home equipment, a gym membership, or free weights…
No worries! I have an exercise routine for you if you want to increase core and upper body strength: PUSH-UPS!
Push-ups are a common exercise found in calisthenics that work your upper body and abdominal region. Proper positioning is as follows:
Start in a prone position with elbows straight, palms directly underneath your shoulders, and on the tip of your toes. Be sure your spine is aligned. For reference, see the image below:
The goal for most push-ups is to keep your elbows at a 45-degree angle for a standard version as you bend said elbows. For reference, see below:
To work on increasing triceps strength, keep your elbows tucked close to your sides for a narrow push-up as you bend them.
Depending on the variation of exercise (quick reps or time under tension), extend your elbows while keeping your spine aligned on your way up.