Marlo Alleva shows how to do an elevated push-up. [ERNST PETERS/THE LEDGER]

And the days of homebound fitness continue.

We all should be very creative at this point, whether it is using household items for equipment or countertops and porch steps for tweaking certain moves.

Today’s move is perfect for at-home fitness: an elevated push-up. This move will be targeting your chest and toning your arms, shoulders and upper back as well. Your level of fitness will determine how elevated you can be: the counter-top, chair back, wall or even the porch steps.

To start, pick your elevation.

Place your hands about shoulder-width apart on your surface. Holding your chest strong, engage the midsection and place the feet a comfortable distance apart.

Now you’re ready to move. Proceed to bend and your elbows, lowering your chest towards your chosen surface. Take this movement as low as you can, then return to your starting position keeping the movement controlled and strong.

Continue this elevated push-up for as many times as you can, shooting for at least 10 presses.

Take a small break, and repeat the same motions for at least three to five sets.

Push-ups, in general, are the easiest workouts to target your chest that can be done anywhere. And remember, if this movement is too difficult to do on your toes, you can either take the movement higher with your elevation, or drop to your knees to take a little weight off your upper body.

Any way you choose to perform this elevated push-up, it will be a perfect addition to your at-home workout.

Marlo Alleva, an instructor at Gold’s Gym and group fitness coordinator at Fontaine-Gills YMCA in Lakeland, Florida, can be reached at faluvzpa@msn.com.

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