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Blaine Strong demonstrating proper push-up starting position

Best Upper-Body Stretches for the Push-Up Challenge

Published Oct,08 2018 | By Rachel Grice

It's week 3 of the LIVESTRONG.COM Push-Up Challenge, and if you're feeling a bit sore, you're not alone. Here are some stretches you can do.

Rachel Grice is a contributing fitness editor for Livestrong.com and a certified yoga instructor. Previously, she was the science section editor and titling associate for several other sections of Demand Media Studios, including fitness, nutrition and technology. She completed her undergrad education at the University of Southern California and has worked for Men's Health, FitPregnancy and People magazines.