Ahhh...good old fashioned pushups. They are actually a full body workout, but you will really notice them in your arms while you are doing them. A great push up challenge if you are so inclined, with some variations on the traditional pushup:
http://www.fitsugar.com/30-Day-Push-Up-Challenge-30974208
How To Do It:
Do some warm up work before jumping into your push up challenge. Maybe some jumping jacks and some shoulder and arm circles.
If you have never done push ups before, you can try starting off on your knees rather than your toes. Another good way to start off (which is how I did it), is to do inclined push ups. Try putting your hands on the edge of a weight bench or the kitchen counter or a chair (just make sure it won't slide away--brace it against a wall). The incline makes them easier because part of your bodyweight is still on your legs. You can work your way to lower inclines until you can do them on the floor.
Since this is our first day of pushups in the challenge, beginners aim for 3 sets of 5 with rests between. For my pushup veterans--aim for 3 sets of 20! Don't think you can do that many? Set your own goal somewhere in between. Just remember to make it challenging for you.
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