Elevated Pushups

The use of pushup grips and a chair (elevated pushups) enhances shoulder, bicep and chest development event faster than the proven conventional pushup.

Executing a "dip" adds even more results!!

Dips are performed at the end of an elevated pushup set, with the body slowly going downward and rolling the shoulders while coming upward.

Like the original elevated pushup, dipping should be carefully attempted, ideally by either an intermediate or advanced exerciser.

Central to its injury-free completion is maintaining balance.

A mistake at any juncture could result in needless discomfort or worse.

Dipping is best begun in a measured fashion.

Initially, one repetition should be attempted at the end of the first or last elevated set, depending on comfort with the technique and conditioning.

After becoming accquainted with the technique, a target number of one dip per set should be attempted.

Even without dipping, elevated pushups still remain a superior fitness choice.

Calculating dips into your workout equation adds up to a winning combination.

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Elevated Pushup Bonus: Bathroom Gyms.

A variation of the elevated pushup for travelers involves using your hotel bathroom sink and tub as exercise platforms.

Insuring all surfaces involved are wiped dry is a wise precaution.

Carefully place your toes on the sink's edge and grasp the side of the tub.

With your body extended between the two, elevated pushup sets (and dipping, if permissible) can begin.

Away from home, in the absence of pushup grips or as an innovation, the bathroom gym approach is an excellent addition to your fitness arsenal.
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The author has work on any search engine under, "Nadra Enzi" and is an active proponent of elevated pushups and other bodyweight exercises. He also self-syndicates a column entitled: Sleep With One Eye Open.

Contact: Nadra Enzi PO BOX 11042 Savannah, GA. 31412 (912) 412-3806 and morethanatighttshirt@yahoo.com.