Ready to put your strength to the test? Give these pushup variations a try during your next workout: Note: If this exercise is too difficult, place your hands on an elevated surface (like a table or stool) to remove some of the resistance. Benefits: This variation puts more stress and emphasis on the chest. Note: If this exercise is too difficult, position yourself between two tables or chairs. Place one hand on each surface to perform your repetitions. Benefit: This variation puts more stress and emphasis on the biceps. Note: If this exercise is too difficult, begin by mastering a narrow pushup. The narrow hand placement also uses the triceps and will build your strength until you’re ready to master the triangle hand position. Benefit: This variation puts more stress and emphasis on the triceps. Note: If this exercise is too easy, you can elevate your feet onto a chair or table to perform your repetitions. Benefit: This variation puts more stress and emphasis on the shoulders. Note: If this exercise is too difficult, bend your extended arm as needed. This will allow you to adjust the amount of assistance and remove some of the resistance from the working side. Benefits: This variation puts more stress and an increased load on the working arm. Note: If this exercise is too difficult, perform your repetitions with your knees bent on the ground. Benefits: This variation puts more stress and emphasis on the back.
