Push-Up Progression Plan for Beginners

Beginner 7-Day Push-Up Plan

Beginner 7-Day Foundation Plan

Build strength, master form, and unlock your first real progression.

Day 1 – Form Mastery

  • Incline Push-Ups – 4×8
  • Plank Hold – 3×30 sec
  • Slow Negatives – 3×5

Day 3 – Strength Build

  • Knee Push-Ups – 4×10
  • Incline Push-Ups – 3×8
  • Core Hold – 3×40 sec

Day 5 – Endurance

  • Incline Push-Ups – 5×10
  • Slow Tempo Push-Ups – 3×6

Day 7 – Test Day

  • Max Clean Push-Ups
  • Plank – Max Hold

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