Knee Pushup
This pushup variation is ideal for beginners as it helps build strength before attempting the standard pushup. To perform a knee pushup, get into a high plank position with your knees on the ground. Keep your body straight from your head to your knees, then lower yourself down by bending your elbows at a 45-degree angle. Push yourself back up to the starting position. This exercise targets your upper body, including the chest, shoulders, and triceps, while stabilizing your core muscles.
Bicycle Crunch
While most strength exercises engage your core, this movement focuses on the abdominals. Begin by lying on your back with your legs in a tabletop position and your hands behind your head. Crunch up by bringing your right elbow to your left knee while straightening your right leg. Then, alternate sides by bringing your left elbow to your right knee. This exercise helps in strengthening and defining your abdominal muscles. [2]
