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These aren’t your father’s push-ups. Today, the modern gym rat has a veritable buffet of planks and push-ups to choose from that will turn up the heat with your exercise regimen. From bulking and toning to cardio and cutting, there’s a push-up or plank that’s tailor-made for your success — the hard way!
First: Planking is just a modern way of holding a push-up position for a set period of time, and there are a number of ways to do them. Best of all, you don’t need any special machines or fancy equipment to get a solid workout. All you need is yourself, some stamina, and a whole lot of effort.
The one-arm push up is one of the most demanding, yet rewarding exercises (if you can actually do one).
Using grips can increase gains, definition, and your ego.
Make planking a family affair!
One-elbow planking is an excellent way to strengthen abs (while distracting from a bad haircut).
Perfect form is the key to a perfect (and sore) body.
Rocky Balboa is not the only one who can impress other gym rats with the interval clap push-up.
Proper foot position is key to any properly executed push-up and plank (tough facial expressions, not so much).
It’s not the size of the man-bun that counts, it’s the size of the man.
When you’re ready for the ultimate in gains (and humiliation), try planking with two medicine balls.
Sometimes push ups are even better with a partner (and their added weight).
