Push-ups are a great full-body exercise, but let’s be honestthey’re not easy.
So, exactly how many should you aim to do in 60 seconds?
The answer is it depends.
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How Many Push-Ups to Aim For in 60 seconds?
This depends on their level of fitness.
They challenge both muscular and cardiovascular endurance simultaneously.
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Since they engage multiple muscle groups, they reflect overall strength and coordination.
Push-ups also emphasize core stability and posture, which are critical for functional fitness.
-This reduces the load on your upper body, making the movement easier while still engaging the same muscles.
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-Gradually decrease the incline as you gain strength.
-Keep your core tight and maintain a straight line from your knees to your head.
-Keep your core tight.
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-As you get stronger walk your hands further out on the Swiss Ball to make them harder.
-Reset and repeat without pushing back up.
-This focuses on the eccentric phase of the movement, building strength.
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