- Understanding of proper form and technique for push-ups
- Development of upper body strength and endurance
- Improved core stability and balance
- Increased cardiovascular fitness
- Understanding of the importance of warm-up and cool-down exercises
For continued development, the child can try variations of push-ups such as diamond push-ups or decline push-ups. They can also incorporate push-ups into a circuit training routine with other exercises such as squats and lunges. Additionally, the child can set goals for increasing the number of push-ups they can do in a set amount of time or try to beat their personal best record.