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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics
Exercise
Burn more fat with these 4 push-up variations as push-ups aren’t just for strength, they can burn calories too!
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They help engage chest, shoulders, core, and triceps muscles, and work as a fat-burning base move.
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This helps add a core challenge and boosts your heart rate.
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In this push ups are paired with a slight jump, that helps your way to better upper-body strength and calorie burn.
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Downward dog is an essential pose to burn calories and activate muscles, combining both help activate the shoulders and core while improving flexibility.
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These compound movements help elevate your metabolism post-workout as they engage more muscles altogether.
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These are perfect for home workouts and can be done in small spaces, too.
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Always keep your core tight and shoulders aligned, as the form matters a lot; it also reduces the risk of injuries.
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Start with 3 sets of 10–15 reps, try to increase the intensity as you build strength.
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Add a jumping rope or jog in place to maximize calorie burn, if you feel you can add some running too.
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Just stay consistent; results show up only when push-ups become a routine habit.
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