Making Push-Ups Harder Without Adding Weights

IronSoul 1 week ago Beginner Training Plans
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IronSoul Registered User
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Nov 05, 2026 16:09

Ngl regular pushups started feeling a little too easy for me so I've been trying different variations at home 😭 decline pushups and slow reps have been kicking my ass way more than I expected i like that I can still get a solid workout without needing to buy equipment or take up space the only thing is I'm not sure when I should move on to harder variations instead of just increasing reps. How do you guys keep bodyweight workouts challenging without making them unnecessarily complicated? 💪

Last edited on Nov 05, 2026 16:11
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LiftAndGlow Registered User
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Nov 05, 2026 16:10

Slow pushups are no joke 😭 three seconds down and suddenly you're fighting for your life

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MuscleMode Registered User
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Nov 05, 2026 16:11

I started doing diamond pushups recently and my triceps are still recovering lol

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olivia_07 Registered User
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Nov 05, 2026 16:12

Honestly adding a pause at the bottom makes regular pushups feel completely different

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its_liam22 Registered User
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Nov 05, 2026 16:13

I thought decline pushups would be easy until I actually tried them 💀

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moonlight.23 Registered User
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Nov 05, 2026 16:14

Try archer pushups if you want something more challenging

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emma_xo Registered User
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Nov 05, 2026 16:15

I personally prefer increasing the difficulty over doing 50 reps

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noah_1999 Registered User
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Nov 05, 2026 16:15

Weighted backpack pushups are underrated just make sure it’s secure before trying them

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justanotherday_ Registered User
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Nov 05, 2026 16:16

Have you tried explosive pushups yet? Those are fun once your regular form is solid

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