It seems every man measures his strength by his ability to bench press; but the best way to build a broad chest and sculpted shoulders is the pushup. Ever wonder how much unwanted fat you’re lifting when you do one? Calculate 75 percent of your body weight and you have the answer, according to research by the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
Pushups don’t only target your chest and arms: They’re also great for your abs, upper and lower back, and glutes. And the more muscle you pack on, the more fat you scorch. Here are five ways to build some of the top muscles women love:
* To make pushups harder, place a weight plate on your back at shoulder-blade level. And don’t ditch the plate when you’re done.
* You don’t need a gym or weights to blast fat. Burn hundreds of calories with the ultimate no-weight, home workout.
* Challenge yourself to set a target and work towards it. If you don’t immediately meet your goal, don’t worry: Implement strategies to help you improve.
* A better body leads to better sex, so work on it.
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