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For anyone getting started on some exercise. Especially if just starting. Stair pushups

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October 14, 2024, 09:07 PM
old rugged cross
For anyone getting started on some exercise. Especially if just starting. Stair pushups
I know this is nothing new. But for anyone not knowing and starting to exercise this is a good way to start doing push ups.

Starting higher up the stairs will make it easier. Then work your way down the stairs once you feel like you are ready to progress.

You can also use a work bench, table, railing, back of a couch, etc. l



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October 14, 2024, 09:17 PM
Chris42
Then - put your toes on the first step.

Then, toes on the second step…
October 14, 2024, 09:22 PM
old rugged cross
Razz After you have been doing the other way for a while. I am talking about starting slow from scratch. Which is a long way from your hands on the floor and your feet up on the stairs. Wink
But hey, got to start somewhere.



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October 15, 2024, 12:44 AM
grumpy1
There are also wall pushups. I have seen that used while in physical therapy.

https://www.healthline.com/hea...-pushups#bottom-line
October 15, 2024, 06:23 AM
clang
Stair pushups are great. You can knock out 10 - 25 every time you take the stairs. Nice little exercise especially if you have sore shoulders from sleeping on your side.
October 15, 2024, 07:42 AM
RogueJSK
Stair/knee/wall push-ups aren't just for beginners. Even those that can do standard push-ups (or even elevated pushups) can incorporate those into their workout.

Something like:

Standard pushups to failure
Knee pushups to failure
Stair or wall pushups to failure

Rest and repeat X number of times.

Just because you can't do another standard pushup doesn't mean your pushup set has to be over.
October 15, 2024, 07:58 AM
architect
When you start talking about "sets" and "reps," you've lost me.
October 15, 2024, 11:15 AM
Johnny 3eagles
No steps in our house. I use the dresser in the bedroom, basically puts me on a 45° angle. Worked great until I tore my bicep tendon at the shoulder. Frown





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