Benefits of Push-ups Versus Pull-ups

Push-ups



Benefits of push-ups:



1) Increases metabolic rate

2) Improves circulation of blood and oxygen in the body.

3) Push-ups are excellent for gaining healthy weight by increasing muscle mass.

4) Improves bone health

5) Is a low risk workout

6) Push-ups are effective for core muscles and upper body muscle groups



Push-up mistakes to avoid:



Avoid putting too much pressure on your arms, when you stretch.

Do not forget to breathe when you go down and exhale when you push-up.



Push-up variations:



1) Spiderman push-up

2) T push-up and Mountain Climber

3) Hindu push-up



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Pull-ups



Benefits of pull-ups:



1) A good cardio exercise

2) Pull-ups are excellent for the latissimus dorsi, rhomboid muscles and the arm muscles.

3) Promote fat loss

4) Strengthens the back muscles

5) Improves grip



Pull-up mistakes to avoid:



The width of your hand should not be less than your shoulder width.

Don’t touch the back of your head to the bar.

Don’t swing while pulling up.

Do not jump when pulling up.

Avoid this exercise if you have an injured shoulder, injured scapula or any other health issues related to shoulder, elbow, wrist or neck.



Pull-up Variations:



1) One hand pull-up

2) Close grip pull-up

3) Chin-up

4) Cliff hanger

5) Towel pull-up



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