Push-Up Progression Plan for Intermediates

Intermediate 7-Day Push-Up Plan

Intermediate 7-Day Strength Plan

Increase volume, control, and push past plateaus.

Day 1 – Volume Focus

  • Push-Ups – 5×15
  • Paused Push-Ups – 3×8

Day 3 – Tempo & Control

  • Slow 3-Second Push-Ups – 4×10
  • Diamond Push-Ups – 3×8

Day 5 – Strength Load

  • Decline Push-Ups – 4×12
  • Explosive Push-Ups – 3×6

Day 7 – Max Out

  • Max Push-Ups (1 Set)
  • Slow Negative Burnout