Today, I'm presenting you with the Ultimate Guide to Getting Your First Push-Up!
What's up, Achievers?! Lauren here and today I'm taking you through a step-by-step progression to getting your first push-up along with helpful tips along the way!
You can find the podcast episode we reference here: achievingfitness.podiant.co/e/how-to-get-your-first-push-up-3954f528be5222/
Rather than utilizing fancy drills like slow lowers, or push-ups with band assistance, or isometrics, we think a simple linear progression on an incline is the simplest and most effective way to attaining that elusive first push-up with proper form.
Here's a general outline of a program that might be helpful:
Start at an incline that feels like a 6 out of 10 RPE - probably around belly button height is appropriate when standing next to the inclined surface.
Week 1: 3 sets of 8
Week 2: 3 sets of 9
Week 3: 3 sets of 10
Week 4: option to drop down the incline by a couple inches and do 3 sets of 8, or stay at the same height and do 4 sets of 8!
You can follow that progression until the incline you’re using is around knee or mid-shin height.
From there you’ll want to practice:
- Push Up to an Elevated Surface
- Kneeling Push-Ups
We hope this video helped you out! Let us know if you have any questions in the comment section below and until next time, sweat out; happiness in!
Lauren and Jason
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19 мар 2021
