12 Ways to Push Your Push-Ups

One-arm push-ups may feel like they're beyond your ability, but this asymmetrical push-up forces you to work one arm more than the other making it good prep for that impossible-sounding challenge.

• Begin in a plank then lower your left elbow to the ground, with your forearm crossing under your chest. From this position bend your right elbow, lowering your body to the mat. Use your abs to keep your torso in one piece as you come to the floor.
• Exhale as you straighten your right elbow to return to the starting position. This completes one rep. Be sure to do the same number of reps on each side.