Wednesday 3 Jan 2007: PU DROP SETS

PUSH-UP DROP SETS

Today we'll be applying a popular weightlifting technique to a bodyweight exercise. The concept is simple: perform a set of hard push-ups, then immediately perform a set of an easier push-up variation, then immediately perform a third set of an even easier version. This workout is tough; do not underestimate it. Keep the reps low, especially early in the session, to avoid burnout.

Complete as many drop sets as possible in twenty minutes.

Advanced:
  • Feet Elevated PU
  • Regular PU
  • Knee PU

Intermediate:

  • Regular PU
  • Knee PU
  • Countertop PU

Basic:

  • Knee PU
  • Countertop PU
  • Countertop PU (move feet closer to the countertop)

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4 comments:

Alexander said...

11 rounds. 192 press ups.

Anonymous said...

10 sets of 5,5,5 total 150

Jon said...

120, 3 sets of 20,20,20

20 at a time is tough, but I find it more challenging to do larger sets.

Jon said...

oops, spot the deliberate typo! I meant 2 set not 3.