Out of all the popular push-up modifications, experts agree that this version is the easiest starting point that still targets the same muscles.

If you can’t do a specific exercise that’s in your workout program, here’s a guide for finding an appropriate substitution.

Nick Blackmer is a librarian, fact-checker, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience in consumer-facing health and wellness content. Push-ups work your chest, arms, core, and legs all at ...