This is actually a fairly simple "how to" because basically, it's VERY tough to do a set of 100 "normal" push-ups...so the key is going to be adjusting the amount of bodyweight resistance you're putting on the exercise then the key is going to be progression (which I'll explain at the bottom).
Very high rep training like this is a whole different animal from regular strength training...you need to train in that range specifically in order to build the endurance and lactic-acid clearing capabilities in your muscles for those very high rep sets.
So the way I did a 100 rep set to start with was using a bar set in the power rack a few feet off the ground.
Set your hands on it at a bit narrower width than you'd use for benching then set your feet back and keep your body straight. The higher the bar is off the ground, the easier the exercise will be.
Then just do the push-up from there, lowering your chest to the bar and pushing back up. As you come down, your elbows should tuck in about 45 degrees. This will be easier on the shoulders.
Now repeat for 99 more reps :)
Like I said, very simple.
The Lactic Acid build-up you get from this style of training is going to give you a good release of GH to help with unlocking stubborn bodyfat.
As well, doing very high rep training like this gives you tremendous increase in localized blood volume (a.k.a. the pump). With this high rep range, you force a lot of blood into the chest, which helps increase the capillarization of the muscles, improving the blood supply and improving their ability to get nutrients and access fat stores.
Now, the REAL key to progressing towards a normal push-up 100 rep set is adjustability...just record the height you set the rails at and make sure you get 100 straight reps. Next time, go down one notch lower. If you get 100 again in that set, go lower again. If you don't hit 100, stay at that height until you do.
Basically, you'll have to earn your level.
Eventually, you'll be all the way to the floor and doing 100 rep sets with regular push-ups.
If this a major goal of yours, I would recommend doing this for one set and the start of each workout you do (no more than 4 times a week, though).
This is similar in concept to the 100 Rep Bench Press workout.
And if you like this workout, you'll LOVE these ones...
- The Single Dumbbell Attack
- Total-Body Countdown Murder
- The Inside Out Core Crusher
- Lactate Tolerance Training for Chest
- Dueling Banjo Hell
- The Good Morning Burger
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