Monday Minute: Push Ups

Learn how to a do a proper pushup and improve your upper body strength as well as core and scapula stability.

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This week we show you how to do a proper pushup. This excellent upper body exercise also improves core and scapular stability, which is beneficial as your form starts to fade toward the end of a long run or race.

For more 60-second strengthening and injury-prevention exercises for runners check out the Monday Minute channel on CompetitorTV.com.

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