Shifts the load to the triceps, the primary "lockout" muscle. 3 Sets of 8–10
Avoid "flaring" your elbows out at a 90-degree angle. Keep them tucked at roughly 45 degrees to protect your rotator cuffs.
Here is your comprehensive guide to shattering your personal record and mastering the pushup. 1. Master the Mechanics Do More Pushups: Maximum Pushup Workout Guide
Chest should nearly touch the floor, and arms should lock out fully at the top. 2. The Strategy: "Greasing the Groove"
If your numbers aren't budging, try these two advanced techniques: Shifts the load to the triceps, the primary "lockout" muscle
Perform a set of standard pushups to failure, immediately drop to your knees, and perform "assisted" pushups to failure. This exhausts every muscle fiber.
Find your current max (e.g., 20 reps). Throughout the day, perform 5–10 sets of 10 reps (50% of your max). Here is your comprehensive guide to shattering your
Use blocks or books under your hands to increase depth and chest stretch. 3 Sets (45 seconds) Strengthens the core stability required for high-rep sets. 4. Overcoming Plateaus