An expert trainer says this is the one move you should nail before attempting a push-up

A woman in sportswear holds a high plank position in a domestic sitting. A white cat stands between her hands.

A push-up is one of those moves that comes up again and again in workouts, even though it's an exercise many people struggle to do.

If you're trying to work your way towards your first push-up, I have a tip from Peloton trainer Joslyn Thompson Rule that might help you. She recommends stripping the move back completely and starting with the basics.