Push-Up Success - 2 Styles of Push-Ups to Get Your Upper-Body Jacked!

I have found that many people have the mindset that they can't get into shape without the use of a fully equipped gym. This couldn't be further from the truth. As a matter of fact you can probably make bigger gains in terms of fitness by learning how to manipulate your own body-weight in an effectively structured push up workout. If you aren't used to doing exercises such as push-ups and squats then when you give these movements a try you tend to find out just how challenging they can be. Give the following 2 push-up variations a try and I guarantee you'll know what I'm talking about!

1. Staggered Kettlebell Push-Ups: To execute this drill you will only need the use of a single kettlebell. If you don't have a kettlebell then any object of similar height and sturdiness that you can comfortably place your hand on will do. To begin this drill simply place the kettlebell with the handle laying down on the ground pointing towards your feet. Place one hand on the rounded portion of the bell and one hand on the ground. Make sure your hands are about shoulder width distance apart. Next, all you have to do is perform the desired number of push-ups. Attempt to do 10 on that one side and then switch hands. You will see real quick just how difficult these can be.

2. Elevated Leg Push-Up: This is a simple style of push-up that requires nothing more than your own body-weight. To start, get into a standard upright push-up position. Next, simply raise one foot off of the ground. Do not cross it over the leg that is still on the floor, just simply raise it up. Now all you have to do is execute the desired number of push-ups with that one leg raised. This is way more intense than your standard style because of the extra distribution of weight over to the side that is still stationary to the floor. Make sure you don't arch your back. Maintain proper technique throughout the exercise. Perform 10 to 15 on each side for a single set. Practice these killer push ups and watch your upper-body gains explode!

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Intense Push-Ups - 2 Styles of Push-Ups That Will Change Your Body!

Push-ups can be a great exercise when one decides to use it in an exercise program. Most of us tend to stick to the weight training when it comes to getting our resistance training. There is certainly nothing wrong with lifting weights, but I do think there is an overwhelming number of people who don't properly learn how to utilize their own body-weight first before moving on to adding that additional load. Check out these 2 types of push-ups that are sure to challenge you as much as any weight.

1. Rotational Push-Ups: This is a funny name for a style of push-up, but I promise you won't be laughing while you are doing them my friend. To start this push up variation get into the normal upright push-up position. Make sure your feet are about shoulder width distance apart. Next, execute a standard push-up. You will descend to the ground and ascend back up to the upright position. Once you ascend to the upright position lift one arm off of the ground and rotate your body (at the torso) around and point the finger of the hand you lift to the ceiling. Your body should maintain a straight line as you turn to look upward. Once you have rotated up then simply rotate back place your hand on the ground to execute a push-up and rotate again on the opposite side. Attempt to do 10 of these on each side and try to tell me it is easy!

2. Plyometric Push-Ups: This is a fun and intense plyometric exercise to perform and is also a fantastic chest workout. The technique is just like a normal push-up with one difference. When you ascend in the push-up movement you will want to forcefully push yourself up hard enough for your hands to elevate off of the ground. You want to execute these all in succession for optimal strength gains. You will develop tremendous upper-body explosiveness and overall core strength from this movement.

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Push-Ups - These 2 Variations Will Get You Bigger Gains Much Quicker Than the Traditional Style!

What is the number one rule of strength training? Well, everyone may have different rules, but mine is that you have to intensify what you are doing to always get the results you want. So if you get good at doing something then you have to somehow intensify whatever it is that you are doing in order to make the big gains! Take a look at how you can intensify doing push-ups with these 2 nasty drills.

1. Elevated leg or one-leg push-ups: This variation will quickly add intensity to your push-ups and increase your push up strength. To execute this particular drill you only have to make one simple adjustment. All you have to do is get into a normal upright push-up position. Next, just lift one of your legs off of the floor. Don't cross it over the foot that is still in contact with the floor. Just simply lift it! Execute the desired number of push-ups and then switch legs to do the other side. You will develop much more core and upper-body strength by changing this one aspect of your push-ups.

2. Elevate both legs: This drill is even harder than the first one I talked about. With this drill you will need a little help. All you have to do is find a sturdy elevated flat surface. Something like a chair, bench, or step will do. From here all you need to do is to get into the upright push-up position. Once in position place both feet onto the elevated surface of your choice. Your body is still in the normal upright position with both of your feet elevated. Now much more of your total body weight is distributed to your upper-body immediately intensifying the drill. You will love these! Practice and if you want to make them harder simply continue to elevate your feet.

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