
think back The first exercise you ever learned Go back before you enter the weight room. Or even think of exercise or training as something you might be interested in doing. We’re talking about the basics here. Chances are that the exercise was push-ups.
Bodyweight movements are a staple everywhere, from elementary gym classes to advanced strength training programs. and for good reason Pushups are so easy that almost anyone can try them. But it’s also an effective way to build strength and muscle. No matter what level you train
Because push-ups are easy and effective movements with various forms a lot to increase or decrease It’s a perfect basic exercise to use for any challenge. timed pushup stunts to save the effort to Agent specific allocation for a period of time There seems to be an endless selection of styles to choose from.
But no challenge is truly Men’s Health endorsed. This 30-day push-up program, created by MH fitness director Ebenezer Samuel, CSCS, is instead of knocking down and pushing up every morning for a month without thinking about the end. You’ll have a specific goal: to complete 50 pushups in one uninterrupted set by the end of the month. (And if you decide to complete a challenge during a 31-day month, you’ll also have extra bonus days included.)
the operation will be difficult But at least everyone can try it. “This program is huge. But that’s what it takes to train your body to absorb volume,” says Samuel, “so you do 30, 40, 50 repetitions every day, with rest between sets. But we keep it fast, gradually reducing the size according to the day you wear it. to increase the challenge You will apply a variety of principles as you do it. Challenge new muscle groups to be more involved and load more with every push-up repetition.”
30 Day Pushup Challenge Program Structure
The program is structured the same every week. So you can systematically build from day 1 to 30. You’ll do the same exercises every day of the week, gradually progressing to a more challenging form and increasing your more quantity
- Day 1: Standard Pushups/Max Repetitions in One Set
Your goal is to establish a baseline for all the number of pushups you can do in one set in the first week. each next week You will test that number. on the last day of the month You should achieve your goal (If you haven’t done it by then) to do 50 pushups in a set.
Focus on press discipline and expertise style. Stretch each rep at the rep’s hardest point (below) each week. We will increase this amount to create time under increased stress. Prepare your muscles for the tension you will experience every time you perform the push-up test.
- Day 3: Close-Grip Pushup Pattern
Challenge your triceps to push. (And give your chest some rest) with these close grip pattern. Cross-strengthening will help you when you lock in at the top of every push-up rep.
- Day 4: Standard Pushups, Sets
Return to basic pushups, aiming to repeat the set with short breaks between each set. This will teach your body to handle all the width it needs to reach to handle all 50 pushups.
- Day 5: Pushups with Back and Core Integration
Most importantly, push-ups are aimed at your chest—but not the entire chest. The core and back muscles must be fired to help you through each repetition. These patterns remind you of that.
Explore and own your full push-up range by playing two explosive push-ups. half full push-ups and other formats to challenge your chest and triceps in different ways You continue to accumulate reps to condition your body for your ultimate goal.
Take a break from all the pushups you’ve stacked and lunge at the new move.
How to Do a Proper Pushup
Even if your ultimate goal is to repeat 50 times in a row. Your most direct goal is to learn how to complete the iteration. Even if you think you’re a professional push-up. Basic checks can help too. Check out this video and recommend For the most important tip to remember as you scroll down to do your rep.
memorize:
own a plank
Squeeze your buttocks and core to maintain tension. Don’t let your butt lift up or sag.
get your hands right
Start with your hands under your shoulders. Don’t spread your elbows.
end agent
Lower your chest to the floor and push it all the way up. no half repetition
raising hands not kneeling
Need to adjust? Raise your hands on an elevated surface instead of kneeling.

Week 1
▲ Day 1: Maximum number of repetitions in 1 set
Highly reproducible with good form
EB said: Remember to squeeze your butt and keep your core engaged.
▲ Day 2: Pause Pushups
Do a total of 20 times.
EB said: Can’t do it all in one shot? It’s okay. Do as much as you can and rest for 10 seconds. Jump back in and continue. Do as many times to reach 20.
▲ Day 3: Melee Pushups
Do 3 sets of as many repetitions as you can in each set, resting 30 seconds between sets.
EB said: Your grip should never looked like a diamond.
▲ Day 4: Pushups
Do 5 sets of 10 reps, resting 30 seconds between each set.
EB said: If you are struggling Take a break with an agent Then reset and fight through.
▲ Day 5: Push-Ups Release
Do 3 sets of 10 reps, resting 20 seconds between each set.
▲ Day 6: Two Explosive Pushups
Do 3 sets of 10 reps, resting 30 seconds between each set.
▲ Day 7: Archer Pushup
2 sets of 8 to 10 reps per side
EB said: Want to review (or recommend) on how to make bows? this guide can help.
Week 2
▲ Day 1: Maximum number of repetitions in 1 set
This week, try to build on the basis of week 1.
▲ Day 2: Pause Pushups
Do a total of 25 times.
EB said: Can’t do it all in one shot? It’s okay. Do as much as you can and rest for 8 seconds. Jump back in and continue. Do it several times to reach 25.
▲ Day 3: Melee Pushups
Do 3 reps as much as you can in each set, resting 20 seconds between each set.
▲ Day 4: Pushups
Do 4 sets of 12 reps, resting 30 seconds between each set.
EB said: If you are struggling Take a break with an agent Then reset and fight through.
▲ Day 5: Free-Hand Pushups
Do 3 sets of 15 reps, resting 20 seconds between each set.
▲ Day 6: Half Pushups
Do 3 sets of 10 reps, resting 30 seconds between each set.
▲ Day 7: Two-Step Archer
Do 2 sets of 4 to 6 reps per side.
Week 3
▲ Day 1: Maximum number of repetitions in 1 set
You’ve made even more strength in the past two weeks, let’s test it.
▲ Day 2: Pause Pushups
Do a total of 30 times.
EB said: Can’t do it all in one shot? It’s okay. Do as much as you can, then rest for 5 seconds. Jump back in and continue. Repeat several times to reach 30.
▲ Day 3: Melee Pushups
Do 3 sets of 15 reps, resting 20 seconds between each set.
▲ Day 4: Pushups
Do 3 sets of 15 reps, rest 30 seconds between each set, then do 1 set of 10 reps.
▲ Day 5: Free-Hand Pushups
Do 2 sets of 20 reps, resting 30 seconds between each set.
▲ Day 6: Half Pushups
Do 4 sets of 10 reps, resting 30 seconds between each set.
▲ Day 7: Half a Typewriter
Do 2 sets of 4 to 6 reps per side.
Week 4
▲ Day 1: Maximum number of repetitions in 1 set
We are nearing the finish line. As you test the Max this week Keep the perfect form in front of your mind.
▲ Day 2: Pause Pushups
Do a total of 40 times.
EB said: Can’t do it all in one shot? It’s okay. Do as much as you can and rest for 5 seconds. Jump back in and continue. Repeat several times to reach 40.
▲ Day 3: Compound Close-Grip Pushups
Do 3 sets of 8 to 10 reps each, resting 30 seconds between each set.
▲ Day 4: Pushups
Do 3 sets of 20 reps, resting 45 seconds between each set.
▲ Day 5: Applause and applause
Do 3 sets of 8 to 10 reps, resting 30 seconds between each set. Tired of clapping pushups? Then do regular pushups on your last set.
▲ Day 6: Push two bombs.
Do 5 sets of 10 reps, resting 30 seconds between each set.
▲ Day 7: Clap Pushup
Do 2 sets of 8 to 10.
Week 5
▲ Day 1: Maximum number of repetitions in 1 set
Repeat as many times as you can, trying to reduce the target at 50.
EB said: Can’t quite do it? Don’t worry: you’ll get one more shot before the challenge is over.
▲ Day 2: Test Day! Maximum reps in 1 set.
Repeat the good pattern as much as possible. today is test day So go all out
▲ Day 3: Superman Pushup
Can you do it?
EB said: Need help? check out This movement guide.

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