New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- Almost everyone has tried a push-up at some point, only to end up wobbling and struggling to complete even one. The issue is not effort, but rather a lack of foundational strength in key areas like the core, chest, and triceps. True push-up power comes from a full-body movement that relies on a stable core and strong shoulders, not just arm strength. Instead of repeatedly failing at push-ups, you should start focusing on these five specific exercises that target these muscle groups. By practising these, you can dramatically improve your push-up ability in just a few weeks.

Why is my core the secret to a better push-up?

Think of your body as a plank of wood during a push-up. If the middle is weak, it will sag, and y...