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How to Do More Pushups

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By Cowbell
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How to lose weight by doing lots of pushups

From Quick Guide: Pushups 101
Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • bad attitude
  • level surface
  • water
  1. Step 1

    Set a goal.

  2. Step 2

    Divide your goal into manageable sets of repetitions.

  3. Step 3

    Do a set every 2-3 minutes (while drinking lots of water) until you reach your goal.

  4. Step 4

    Rest for two days.

  5. Step 5

    Increase your workout goal, and then repeat.

Tips & Warnings
  • Progress will be much more rapid in the beginning
  • Remember to stay hydrated and eat lots of high-protein food
  • Avoid Over-training: Do not increase your goal by more than 50% from one workout until the next

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