Inchworm
Technique guide
Set-up
- Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart.
How to do it
- Hinge forward and place your hands on the floor in front of your feet, bending your knees as needed.
- Walk your hands forward until you reach a push-up position.
- Walk your feet up towards your hands, then stand up.
Coaching cues
- Keep your hips level in the push-up position.
- Move slowly and keep your stomach braced.
Common mistakes
- Letting the hips sag at the front of the movement.
- Rushing through the walk-out.
Reviewed by Anthony Markson on 2026-11-01
This is general fitness information, not medical advice. If you have pain or an injury, see a doctor or physiotherapist before training.
Alternatives
Easier and harder versions of this movement, and the same movement with other equipment.
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