Push Up Pro adds a twist to your workout

CRAIG GROTZKY, MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 13:58:26 GMT

THANKS for the review. I was thinking of getting this, and you just saved me some hard earned dollars.

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Tony — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 14:47:53 GMT

These "new push-ups" are definitely harder. I usually do about 60 pushups in one set, and with the Push Up Pro; can only only do about half that number.

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Andy C., Hoboken, NJ — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 15:02:52 GMT

Maybe if you weren't such a wimp you would benefit from these. In between playing w/ your baby, it sounds like you have enough trouble doing 5 regular push ups. You knocking the Push-Up Pro is akin to someone w/ a fear of heights going to the top of the Empire State Building and complaining about being dizzy.

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Tony, Charlotte — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 15:22:15 GMT

I think these are the cheap knock offs of the 'original' version which I purchased. I think the results depend on the person: if you don't experience any joint pain then these won't help. For me, I was able to crank out 50% more (going from a normal set of 20 to 30) so they do help me but only b/c I used to have to stop at 20 b/c my wrist were killing me. So I'd say the bottom line is like anything else: try before you buy. They sell the originals at Dicks Sporting Goods so you can test them there.

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nokids — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 15:29:21 GMT

do you think you could have talked about your kids a little more, and less about the product?

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RJ, Springfield Va — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 15:31:36 GMT

This is a totally worthless review of this product. According to the author, people are coach potatoes or fitness freaks...and then provides no REAL data on the effectiveness of this product. It is soft, lazy journalism. By the way having some instability in exercises, that require you to use other (for example, core muscles) to provide stabilization is desirable..it adds to the effectiveness of the exercise. Do you homework next time or just write puff pieces in some fashion mag.

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Mike, Greensboro, NC — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 15:33:55 GMT

I am a firm believer that there is no "ultimate upper body workout". You can't fully work out your biceps, shoulders, back, biceps, traps, etc., all at the same time. That being said, the exercise that works the MOST muscles hardest is definitely the bench press or push-up. If I could only do one upper body exercise, it would be the push-up. What I love about the push-up pro is that it takes my favorite exercise, and expands the burn of muscles that normally are peripheral to the push-up. By twisting the wrist, I send more work to my shoulders or alternately, my triceps. My forearms and wrists have strenghtened as well. The need for greater stability also requires the back (this is not a cop-out: the need for stability is the primary reason that machines are inferior to free weights). I can get a far more well rounded work-out out of a single exercise with this product.

In addition: used properly, the push-up pro allows a twist of the arm that mimmicks a punch in the martial arts, with a properly timed impulse and a turn of the wrist. I liked that. The wrist is critical to a good punch.

One last point. I purchased the Perfect Push-up first. I love them, and use them quite a bit. I live primarily in North Carolina, but my company is in Chicago, so I wanted a pair for my Chicago apartment. I saw the Push-up Pro at the store and figured I would try them out, as they were about half the price. I actually prefer the less expensive Push-up Pro. It has fewer parts so it feels more solid; it has a lower profile which feels more stable when using a wider grip. It also has no rubber grip. I originally thought that would be a disadvantage, but my Perfect Push-up rubber grips have started to slip on the bar and move a bit, making it feel less stable. The grip on the Push-up Pro has finger contours, so it doesn't feel like my hand will spin.

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Ryan St. Louis, MO — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 15:35:10 GMT

If you are already working out, and work out with dumbbells, you can get the same results when doing the bench press with dumbbells. All you need to do is twist at the end. This has been part of dumbbell training for years and requires no need to buy a set of push up suction cups.

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Andrew, Philadelphia, PA — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 15:44:45 GMT

I got "The Perfect Push-up" for Christmas. It is basically like the thing you got. As for the instability and the sliding, you should try having it on a hard surface. Also, maybe you should have them so that your arms are perpendicular to the floor. That way, they won’t slide forward even on carpet.

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Dan, Omaha, Ne — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 15:50:06 GMT

I have to say push ups are the foundation of starting a simple and basic fitness lifestyle. Any exercise if not done frequently or properly can be considered demanding or hard. That is the point. I have tried this product, flashy in color, but for the most part not needed. Many people will not take the time to do a push up never less something that swivels. This product is nothing more than a money maker than will end up being nothing more than a has been, like the hundred of so called Ab sculptors..... and we all know the people looking for any easy way to look in shape will keep putting there money into useless items

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Portsmouth — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 16:26:32 GMT

You should have used 'Perfect Push-Up'. I would you try some inferior, As Seen On TV product?

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terry — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 16:45:26 GMT

Here is a related question. What do you think about those little cuved bars for doing pushups? I think they allow a little greater range of motion and I like to grip a bar rather than have palms on the floor--or fingertips if I am feeling ambitious. I tend to do push ups only as part of my ab routine. In the past I have gotten tendenitis in my shoulders from doing too many, but then I am old too.

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Wayne — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 17:20:01 GMT

I had thought about buying one of these. I do push-ups daily, and one of the biggest problems I have is pain in my wrists when I'm close the the ground (carpel tunnel most likely) and was hoping these might reduce the pain I feel. anyone have similar experience?

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Doug Huggins, Richmond, VA — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 17:27:44 GMT

To be FAIR, there are a set of instructions that must be read and followed that come with the devices. You are NOT TO START with a regular pushup, but to start against a wall and once you meet the 'move on' criteria, then, you go to your knees, etc. You do not 'start out' on the floor in a 'tradional pushup' with the device. RTFM...please....

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Chuck, Belleve, Wa — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 17:29:42 GMT

I got some push up thingys for Xmas. They are not as cool as the pushup pro and cheaper I think. I ahve not sued them much as I go to the gym and do traditonal pushups there. However my kids think they are great. My two tween sons get an added motivation to do pushups with these things and for that they are worth it.

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Bill Becraft, Utica NY — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 17:31:48 GMT

The added movement makes you use stabilizing muscles which in turn inreases overall muscle strength. Like any new exercise your muscles have to get used to the movement before you can really benefit from it. You can't go from no push-ups to the pro. I like being able to rotate my hands without moving the equipment. It puts focus on different muscles groups. The Push Up Pro is a good idea and if utilized correctly by someone with an advanced level of fitness they can add benefit and challenge to the normal boring push-up.

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Free Weights, Camden, DE — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 17:54:31 GMT

Just another unneccessary fitness gadget to clutter up the "workout" area. I am sure they will sell enough to justify the next fitness gadget.

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Leonar J Trugman, Red Bank, New Jersey — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 17:54:47 GMT

I use two small push up bars,very stable and it does not hurt my wrists. The push up pro was very unsable and caused my to lose focus on my workout.

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Ryan Boylston, Miami, FL — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 18:07:11 GMT

First of all: You sound like a wuss. I have the pushups and I think they are great.
And secondly: I dont think you can give a review on a workout tool after only one try. Use it for a month and get back to me.

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Gary Moore, Barrow, Alaska — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 18:07:37 GMT

The author of this piece must not exercise on a regular basis. My suggestion is to put down the jelly donut and exercise a little after writing your articles.

Personally, I own the Push Up Pro and find it adds and additional challenge to my push-ups. I have no trouble with stabilization regardless of the floor surface. I would recommend it for those individuals who do exercise somewhat consistently. For those reporters and others who don't exercise at all, I would recommend starting with girl push ups and work your way up gradually to this device.

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Pat Bowie ,Calgary, Alberta — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 18:19:31 GMT

I think the author missed the whole point of this product. It appears like many, she is looking to have the workout made easier, not more effective. The idea behind the Push Up Pro and the Perfect Push Up is to allow a more natural movement on the wrists,thereby allowing less strain. They will also allow for a great range of movement as the palms are now farther from the floor. Sure it will take getting used to, but every exercise does. These devices will allow for a more effective and safer push up once the user establishes proper form. Regular push up bars are also good and will take some strain of the wrists as well as allowing more range.
The instability she noted is a good thing as it will strengthen the wrists and forearms. I hope she sticks with it because the Push up is a great exercise.

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Rob R. — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 18:21:37 GMT

If you are in shape you may like these alot, like I do. I find the rotation lowers the stress on my shoulders and elbows, allowing me to do a more natural motion. I think this reviewer doesn't really do pushups, so the distinction is lost, I am 43 and can do 100 pushups regular style in a set, and these things to me are very very sweet! well worth the $40 or so.

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Tom Fox, Dallas, TX — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 18:24:44 GMT

I bought a similiar (more expensive about 2X)device called the 'perfect-pushup'. I have had for over a year and use regularly, i've had none of the stability problems you mention here, but maybe because it's a a little better quality. I've loved using it and think it works more muscles than regular push-ups (which i used to do regularly) it has also relieved me of the soreness I had in my inner elbows from regular push-ups. I highly recommend the concept, but maybe the device here is inferior to the 'perfect push-up'

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Mike - Naples, Fl — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 18:26:44 GMT

The fact that you have to use more muscles to keep yourself stabalized makes this a superior pushup compared to the normal fashion. It also makes sense to me that this would be more benficial to someone with wrist problems as well because you would be able to keep your wrist straight, by turning the base as you rise and fall through the motion instead of the stress transferring through your wrist as it does in a traditional push up.

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Joe Piscopo — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 18:31:32 GMT

First, this product is a knock-off. I have the original model (the one marketed as 'developed by a Navy Seal') which cost more but looks and feels better constructed.

Second, this is the most idiotic review I've read in ages. You're surprised that working out caused you to strain and exert yourself? There is no such thing as an 'easy' workout, at least not if you actually expect to lose weight and/or gain muscle.

And to answer your question: yes, we do need more 'fitness junk' because we are a ridiculously unfit nation. This piece of hardware is simple, it works out muscles you normally would have greater difficulty working out at home (and you feel it after your first workout). But like everything else you have to actually want to do exercise, not make a half-hearted attempt at it then tell everybody about your family situation.

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Steve Pittsley — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 18:34:08 GMT

The Push - up Pro is obviously a piece of junk . marketed solely to pray on the ignorant . I can envision thousands of 15 year olds trying to make themselves
into men with the use of this garbage ...
It reminds me of the old ads you'd see in the back of comic books , promising to transform your 97 lb. weakling body into a he - man ... Some things never change ....

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LOL — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 19:33:16 GMT

wow..you guys ripped the reviewer a new one.. LOL
but true seems she was looking for another miracle easy and fast workout machine and didnt find it here.
stick with it a month or so and then review again, good thing to do if msnbc is actually trusting you with a decent review.

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G Money, Shelton CT — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 19:36:02 GMT

They work, been using them for 2 weeks , already getting results.
Most likely, you guys are pansies and that is the problem.
If you think they don't work , hit the gym.

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Raj Selvadurai, NY, NY — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 19:38:30 GMT

Push up pro is weak city. The perfect push-up, per a prior post, was designed by a navy seal. I use it religiously every morning and it works better than any work out I have tried. The reason this reviewer found it difficult, is because of the twisting motion. The freedom or range is similar to free weights, where it makes muscles work to control your body weight while working your core muscles as well.

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D Carter, Ft Worth, Texas — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 19:45:06 GMT

I have been using this product for about 3 months ---alwyas with my feet elevated and will never go back to a 'regular' pushup. I like the fact that it takes the stress off my wrists AND the fact that the instability works additional muscles. I agree that it may be a little challeging to those who don't already do any type of push up but don't use your lack of strenght (or coordination) as a reason to dismiss the product out of hand for everyone else. I also think the use of the word 'ignorant' in an earlier comment is misplaced.

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Cait Williams, Baltimore, MD — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 19:50:59 GMT

This review seems more suited to a women's fitness magazine, not "The Fit List".

I find the push up to be a challenging, effective exercise in and of itself and don't see the need to add to it. To me, the beauty of a push up is that it can be done anywhere, by anyone. I'm sure the device listed helps some people, but it seems like a waste of money to me.

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Big Tim, Atlanta — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 19:53:28 GMT

If you exercise regularly & push ups are a part of your exercise regimen, then you will like the product. You get a better workout by utilizing more muscle groups, while reducing the strain on your joints. You can get deeper into the push up similar to Atlas push ups because the product raises you off the floor allowing a wider range of motion.
This product will not make you like push ups or exercise for that matter if not presently engaged; it actually makes you work harder as you stabilize your core.
I do approximately 500 push ups 5 days a week & cardio. I'm 38 & in the best shape of my life.

You get out of exerise what you put in. Don't look for products that make exercise easier. Look for ones that make it more effective.

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ERIC PERNELL PHILLY. — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 19:57:14 GMT

The push up pros is a great workout tool, I normally do two hundred push ups in the morning before work, and with this handy little gadget that number have been cut in half, because of the resistance it creates.And I know when I get back to doing two hundred I will be a little more ripped...

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Dr. J. S. Reed — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 20:01:09 GMT

I've purshased lots of devices to make workouts easier - none worked worth a darn; I guess that's why they call them WORKouts. For pushups (I do about 300 per set (1500 & 4000-6000 situps per week), in groups of 60 to 100, depending on the incline) and I just use a chair (for my feet) and later 6x6 blocks for my hands. I'm not a jock, never have been - I'm just recovering from a side impact auto accident that tore up my left side in April 2003. Fact, workouts are hard - but paralysis and a wheelchair are harder. Compare the two and learn to love your hard workouts without "devices" - the alternative sucks.

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Eddie M, Fairfax, VA — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 20:39:06 GMT

(Thought I'd share this.)
I am glad I read all of this regarding this product, for I too was intrigued and considered buying a pair. I concurr that free weights add another element that stationary machines cannot duplicate. After trying to do regular pushups during my workouts, I found my wrist hurt if I did them flat palm style and I could never get comfortable. I finally found that using a 10# set of my hex steel dumbells (with the casting weight facing down making an impression into the rug) worked perfectly. The only drawback is that you can't "twist" them, but you can reposition them to suit. It sounds like I should keep my money and just use what is working for me.

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Brendon Guilderland NY — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 20:58:16 GMT

For twenty dollars, I own a set, I think it is a good use, it isn't amazing, but it works for me. Nothing is going to be gold.

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Mike Smith — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 21:15:06 GMT

Looks like another sold on latenight tv piece o junk. Does anyone else think half these comments were placed by the Push Up Pro marketing dept.? A lot of comments bash the reviewer who was probably going easy on the Push Up review to begin with.

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Mark Lulling, Ft Wayne IN. — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 21:22:09 GMT

I bought a pair of the Perfect Pushups and like the feel of them as well as the rotation. More natural movement of the arm socket. Just like the previous comment on the martial arts and throwing a punch.
Mostly used for swimming to gain more arm and shoulder strength for a better and harder pull in the water.

I will use this 3-4x a week, along with core w/o's, medicine ball w/o along with my swim, biking and running and it will add strength for racing.

Not a bad buy for 29.00

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Sherman, New York, NY — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 21:23:39 GMT

I've been using a competing product, the "Perfect Pushup," for over a year.

I believe that this product provides a great workout and has given me excellent results. Ms Stenson seems to be confused with the purpose of the Pushup Pro. The purpose of the Pushup Pro (and Perfect Pushup) is not to make pushups "easier" or more "likeable." The purpose of these gadgets is to allow the user to perform a more efficient and effective pushup. These gadgets enhance pushups by taking strain off the wrists and forearms and allowing the arms to twist in a more natural, unconstrained fashion.

Very few people find pushups fun, and these gadgets do not make them fun or easy. However, pushups are an excellent exercise and should be part of any strength building regimen. These products make a great exercise more effective.

If you use this product on a regular basis it is well worth the investment.

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jaime cangas, Plano TX — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 21:25:31 GMT

All in all these are complete waste of money. the pushup is a perfect excercise as it is. But, for some people with weak wrists it can be a struggle and rather painful. So, if you have weak wrists then maybe these or a set of pushup bars are helpful. I agree with others on the reply thread, Talk less about your baby and focus on what they paid you to do review product objectively. I have two kids and lifting them 100 times a day is not a workout it's a cherised chore.

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core muscles — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 21:29:55 GMT

I agree with the commenter that wrote about the writer of this article being a big wimp! the push-up pro works like those big plastic balls you see at the gym. the make you focus on other muscle groups in order for you to do a better push-up. by having to focus on your equilibrium, you create the foundation for how an actual push-up is supposed to be done. Hey author guy, GO TO THE GYM!!!

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Mark Chicago, IL — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 21:43:18 GMT

I have the Perfect Pushup (Not the Push Up Pro) and feel it is of a higher quality than you describe. I also do not experience the stability issues. The act of doing a pushup is harder because you are using more muscles to stabiles yourself as you rotate. Kind of like Core Exercise on a stability ball. I also have found it to relieve the soreness in my wrists.

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monte panitz — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 21:53:42 GMT

I purchased the originals last April through a magazine ad. I do 40 pushups with them every morning, although I used to regularly do 50-60 "normal pushups" before I purchased them. The "instability" is the same benefit one receives from using free weights vs. weight machines.

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Dirk Diggler, Texas — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 22:23:37 GMT

Ultimate Body Workout is a tagline, nothing more. But it is a quality product and it provides a decent workout. Used properly, these work better than regular pushups.

The stabilizing you're forced to do serves to work muscles not typically worked during a pushup. Not to mention removing the stress you put on your wrists and tendons when you do a flat-hand pushup on the floor.

I started using them about two months ago, every two days, 4 sets of 20 reps, alternating the rotation. (Proper pushups - a straight line from the shoulders to the heels, no bowing or bending!) It's a good burn and the results are obvious. My t-shirts don't hang on me and my biceps/triceps don't extend wimpily from the sleeves.

Agreed on others' comments of your review, as well. Sounds like you'd be better served popping in Richard Simmons' Sweatin' to the Oldies.

To the curious - Buy them and use them properly. It's worth it.

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A.P., St. Cloud Minnesota — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 22:42:10 GMT

They're not supposed to make your work out easier, they're supposed to make it more effective.

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Nate, Minneapois MN — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 22:42:35 GMT

This review was embarassing to read. The idea here is to intensify pushups, while relieving joint stress. They product makes pushups more difficult because it supports proper form and involves additional muscles.

Sure, if you're doing 5 bad-form pushups from your knees daily while watching Oprah, stay away from these products. If you're more interested in spouting off big numbers to impress your friends, rather than in getting an intense workout, avoid these products.

But if you're serious about working hard and effectively to progress physically, I recommend the Perfect Pushup, a more expensive but higher-quaility product.

I fractured my wrist three months ago, and still cannot comfortably do normal pushups. I'm able to rehab using the Perfect Pushup.

This product would be better reviewed by an individual who isn't looking for a relaxed and effortless exercise experience. For God's sake, your "expert" obviously hasn't used the product. He's guessing about what it "probably does." "So to speak?" Embarassing.

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Audra Tempe Az — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 22:45:08 GMT

I have the perfect push up... to me it did seem easier, and I was more sore the next day.

I would highly recommend them.

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Zubin Chandran, St. Louis, MO — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 22:48:31 GMT

This is one of the worst fitness product reviews I have come across. The author is using a cheap knockoff of the original, and not even using it correctly.

I own the original model (Perfect Pushup a.k.a. "Navy Seal"). I bought it for one specific reason - on the Army physical fitness test some of my pushups were being disqualified because my chest was not close enough to the ground. I was hoping the handles would keep me from cheating and improve my form, and they did.

The benefit of using the handles is that you are higher off the ground, and it becomes natural to bring your body down further than you would with flat palms. That is one reason it seems more difficult. The good news is that if you are able to do 50 pushups on these, then 50 regular pushups are a walk in the park.

For someone with some experience working out, the perceived instability is the difference between Nautilus and free weights. Yes, you will feel like you are expending a lot more energy just to keep good form while on free weights, but that's not a bad thing. Once you get smooth with the Perfect Pushup, you won't feel like you're wobbling all over. It does force you to flex your wrists unlike a traditional pushup, but that's one less exercise you have to do separately. I've been using them three times a week for about six months.

Finally, if the handles are slipping, it's probably your own fault. If you do a pushup correctly, you aren't putting out much lateral force from your hands. For wide arm and so on surface grip becomes important, but for regular pushups once you have the pads placed correctly they should not move even if they are on ice.

I have no relation to any of the companies or to the "Navy Seal" guy - just my personal opinion here.

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Richard Chandler, Scottsdale, Arizona — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 23:05:22 GMT

I bought the Perfect Push Up Travel from activeforever.com and I love it. I tried the Push Up Pro and it is of far inferior quality - the bearings in the handle do not allow it to turn very well, making the rotation more difficult. The Perfect Push Up Travel, while more expensive, breaks down to fit in my briefcase when I travel and comes with a carry bag and workout guide. It's more money, but totally worth it.

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Michael Spokane, WA — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 23:18:57 GMT

Thanks for the insight. I have probably seen 1,000 of these push up pro commercials, and I was getting enticed to get one, but your article provided me with information to make a sound financial decision.

I am sticking with the traditional push-up. I figure a good analogy to this, is just like my intimacy life. Sometimes there is no need for paraphernalia to spice things up, it is good to do the old fashion way "ala natural". :)

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Kevin, Goodyear Arizona — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 23:29:00 GMT

anytime you can find something that adds interest to a workout is a good thing. Too many time people loose interest or get tired of the same old thing. The review wasn't very informative but peaked my interest so i went out a got a set. These do make thins a little more unstable, but maintaining that balance is a big part of working out. When I go to the gym I do push ups with dumbbells from the floor in the same fashon. I also do them with my hands on a physio-ball bother require concentration and core balance. Overall I think these are a good thing if it gets you out to workout. working muscles in different directions is another big part of getting a good workout.

Good Luck!

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Master David Colasante, Newtown Square, PA — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 23:50:45 GMT

I'm a 4th dan black belt and teach at Kwon's Black Belt Academy in Newtown Square, PA. I log my workouts and so I can honestly tell you I did 21,320 push ups in 2007. I used to be limited by carpal tunnel strain until I started doing pushups on my knuckles. This eliminates the strain entirely, adds 2 inches of working displacement to the push up and hardens the knuckles (The latter is enhanced if you push yourself up off the ground and than punch the floor with both fists at each time - but this is much harder and NOT for beginners). Knuckle push ups are also free.

The device as illustrated above shows a hand position (palms down) that would NOT relieve carpal strain. I have tried these devices and find it much better with wrists straight and punching knuckles pointed straight down. Though I prefer to exercize as peasants used to, with as little equipment as possible, the rotation this device offers would be an advantage to practitoners of Tae Kwon Do. Our punches start palm up next to the waist and rotate to palm down at the point of impact. This device nicely encourages that motion. If you can afford the device remember to follow instructions, "start low, go slow" and don't bother if your not willing to do these on average 5 days out of 7.

Tang Soo!

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Russell Schiwal, Camarillo CA — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 00:23:00 GMT

The added instability is a serious risk. Rolling your wrist could be a serious injury. As a martial artist I have been taught to keep my wrist straight in a punch. You could quite literally disable your hand. I also have to say that attention deficit disorder is a serious condition, and I'm proud of Jacqueline Stenson for being a successful writer in spite of it.

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Mike, Austin TX — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 00:26:32 GMT

Wow folks have been pretty harsh here on the device and the author. I exercise regularly, have upper body strength and can do lots of regular pushups, BUT the author is definitely right, this is totally different and requires different balance, getting your muscle used to the different way this pushup turns your arms as it is done. There is definitely a learning curve here, so let's not be so quick to judge or so quick to knock a new product that forces us to exercise in a different way. There are alot of people who use machines to lift weights and they would find it challenging to move to free-weights for the some of the same reasons this is different. Are they "Wusses?"

Keep the discussion mature folks. Constructive criticism is more difficult than they unhelpful, off the cuff remarks. If you don't like it, fine, just say so. But if you haven't even tried it and are responding, what's the point???

I am sure this reply will generate some "flaming" responses, but that's the person's choice, not going to mean a thing to me.

Thanks for the review from the perspective of an average person.

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Karl Vance, Sacramento, CA — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 01:04:54 GMT

I do not own nor have I tried 'Push Up Pro' but can tell just by looking at them that by elevating the hand above the floor they increase the range of motion over regular push-ups (which are an already excellent exercise in their own right). An increase in the range of motion makes for a more challenging exercise. I agree with those who thought this was a weak review. Pathetic even.

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Brandy, Orange City, FL — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 01:08:26 GMT

Ouch. So many "your a wuss" comments! Be nice, people!

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Dennis, Dallas Texas — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 01:34:45 GMT

Been using them when they first came out. I bought them to relieve wrist pain. They worked. I do a lot of pushups, more than the above average person. Normally I do approx. 350 - 400, with sets of 25-30. It usually takes me about 30-45 minutes. I raise my feet to get the upper chest as well as my feet on the floor. Overall I've become stronger in the shoulders and chest since using them because I'm able to do more due to less stress on hands, wrist and elbows. This is a great product for advanced users, but can be difficult for beginners.

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Andrew — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 09:25:22 GMT

I have to agree with Mike ... most of these comments look like they were posted by the marketing people for both the products. Do real people actually mention the Navy Seal tagline when talking about something they bought?? Or say the other product is an inferior knock-off??

Personally I couldn't care less about either of these .. the thing looks just plain silly. I prefer to get a total workout for my whole body using the most advanced system ever .. a Bowflex.

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Matthew Moran, Anthem, AZ — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 12:58:11 GMT

I've been doing 400 pushups every other day for the past year. I hurt my wrist skateboarding. Side note: Never listen to your 19 year old son when he convinces you to relive your skateboading days at the local skate park.

I switched to doing pushups on my fist but those are difficult on the knuckles. I purchased the push-up pro and I won't be going back. I still did 40-60 a set although I don't really do the rotating motion but they were not difficult at all to get used to.

I had a push-up bar but it was, in my opinion, too high off the ground. These still keep you pretty low and even. The only reason I ever twist is to switch my overall hand position from a vertical to a horizontal grip - to emphasize more chest versus tricep. Other than that, the twisting motion doesn't come into playfor me.

I would recommend them, however. Very comfortable on the wrist.

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Neal Pettigrew, Blue Hill, Maine — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 14:58:56 GMT

I have the original product "develeped by a Navy Sea." I have no sense of instability with the product, and it does allow greater range of vertical motion in the excercise. I am not convince that the rotation is of any real benefit and have used the device with and without rotating.

However, I do not use these things much because, for some resason, my right elbow pops or clicks at the bottom of every pushup. I am back to regular pushups with no popping elbows.

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Michael Blyn, Wichita, Kansas — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 16:13:03 GMT

I find it disturbing that a person in charge of reviewing fitness equipment is obviously possessed of little knowledge about fitness. Anyone with even a small understanding of bio-mechanics can tell you that adding instability to an exercise increases the effectiveness of it. Also, by strengthening stabilizing muscles in the arms and shoulders, you decrease the chance of injury doing other activities.

I am a dancer, a massage therapist, and I train martial arts. I guess I am what the author would call a fitness nut. I wouldn't say so myself; I just like to stay in shape and learn about the human body in motion. I own the 'Perfect Pushup' and find it to be a great training aid. The motion of the rotation increases the effectiveness of the push up and takes the strain off the shoulders as you approach the bottom of the movement. Shoulder strain can become problematic once a person gets strong enough to do over 30 push ups. Also as a massage therapist I appreciate the decreased strain on the shoulders, and for that matter the wrists as well. As a dancer and a martial artist (whatever that means) you can never have to strong of a core. There are obviously better ways to work you abdomen, but one thing I have found in my training is that variety is the way to go with your core strength. You abdomen is constantly in use and because of this is challenging to really develop lots of useful strength in it. Doing as many of your exercises standing as possible is a good way and using stability balls during your normal exercises is good as well.

Overall I think that the 'Perfect Pushup' is an excellent device. I have not used the 'Pushup Pro?' and cannot comment on it. If it is as well made as the other than it as well would be an excellent aid in your training regiment, but I have found that you often get what you pay for. As for the author, I think they should take their job more seriously if they are going to be getting paid to do it. You don't have to get a kinesiology degree, but get up and read some books and maybe a 'contributing health editor' should be a bit of a fitness nut (call me crazy). And MSN perhaps you should hire people who care about what they are writing about and have some education or experience related to their subject matter.

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Shivani, California — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 19:36:45 GMT

Rock climbing is the ultimate upper body workout. Just need to balance the pulling with some pushing (ie. regular push ups, etc.)

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Ralph Montalvo Jr., Riverside CA — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 20:10:57 GMT

I use the Perfect Pushup and feel they are Great! I really enjoy the rotation, as it removes wrist strain.
Pushups are difficult and any device that encourages getting off the sofa is OK with me.

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RB BodyworkZ — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 20:24:51 GMT

If one were seriously trying to get stronger then why would one look for a gadget to make it easier.sounds like past meatal conditioning.The word "fit" gets thrown around a lot a and the lazy one's imply that they can get "fit,without getting stronger,which includes using your muscles more as opposed to finding an "easier" way to do it.How can one get "fit" without getting stronger??.Try getting in shape and stronger,then you will find that you are "fit".

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Ralph Hernandez — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 20:34:58 GMT

i am a 55 year old male. work out every other day. do full body weight routine, alternating with a boxing routine. i can do 1,200 pushups in sets of 100 each. so a total of 12 sets. i picked up this device. i can only do a max of 30 at a time. will be a while before i can get to 100. there are lots of junk gimmics out there. this one seems to work nicely though. if you do not like workout burn, or like working out, then forget this product. it will make you work. i find i can do deeper, slower. for 20 bucks, it gives me a nice burn, and less time. feel more arm, chest and back involvement.

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Rachael, Atl, Ga — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:28:25 GMT

If you guys listen to the Dr. Fitness and the Fat Guy Show on their site, they interviewed the guy that invented the Perfect Push Up. Very interesting cool guy. Check it out!

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Craig, Clovis, CA — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 17:53:06 GMT

Some of these comments are very rude and insulting. If you disagree with something, just state your disagreement and support it with facts or personal experience. Otherwise, keep it to yourself.

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A West, NY — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 18:37:16 GMT

Push-ups have always been the "choice" do anywhere exercise to build upper body strength. Given that the military has utilized them for years should say something about their effectiveness in fitness. I have tried the product once and found it to be very good at activating the core of the body more than the traditional push-up and would recommend it to serious fitness freaks, however, consumers should always separate the facts from the propaganda in advertising. Afterall its the marketing departments job to make the product appealing. Personally I knew the first time that I saw the ads that this would be a product that would make the push-up more difficult because of my extensive experience with them. In closing know this, there is only two ways to make a push-up easier, 1. do them on your knees 2. elevate your hands higher than your feet. If you are serious about developing your arms and upper body you will have them in your routine.

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Blueman — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 01:24:36 GMT

I have read almost all these responses, I heard nothing of the pull-up/chin up. To me, this is as close to the overall upper body workout as one could achieve..Show me a man that can do 50 or 60 of these and he would be one ripped individual..

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Alex, WV — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 14:25:32 GMT

Um, pushups have been around forever. Why change something that isn't broke? Other than to make money that is... 99% of all fitness gadgets are made to make money off our nation of fatties.

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Sarah, Milwaukee, WI — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:02:12 GMT

I bought this for my boyfriend and he loves it. I got the idea from my guy friend who uses it all the time and he thinks it gives him an extra work out. I tried using it and it definitely gives me a work out. I would recommend this.

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CS, WI — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:07:28 GMT

Why is someone who is out of shape and hates push-ups evaluating exercise equipment?

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Jackal — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:15:50 GMT

I gave it a try in between knocking off a couple of Dunkin Donuts. I got to two before I gave up. I prefer the donuts.

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Y. Dinatale, Portland, OR — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 17:57:25 GMT

Wow, the maturity level here is just stunning. NOT.

Anyone who can keep up with an 18-month-old is no wimp.

The review was probably kinder than the product deserved. We have so many gadgets that we don't need. This pushup tool is being marketed to newbies who don't do pushups much, but it's designed for people who already have mastered regular pushups and want a challenge. That's an error on the company's part, not the consumer's, and I think the reviewer made it quite clear.

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David — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 18:15:47 GMT

These are great tools to go beyond a regular push up. Push ups are harder with these because they allow an extra inch or two in your range or motion; this little extra creates a lot more challenge and can lead to improved strength training over regular push up. However, they aren't easy, but the results work.

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A real person, New York, NY — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 18:16:56 GMT

Seems to me that half of the messages here are by Push-up Pro (and Perfect Push-Up) guerilla marketers.

"It works great, and it's so easy too!" give me a break.

Or this one: "I bought the Perfect Push Up Travel from activeforever.com and I love it. I tried the Push Up Pro and it is of far inferior quality - the bearings in the handle do not allow it to turn very well, making the rotation more difficult. The Perfect Push Up Travel, while more expensive, breaks down to fit in my briefcase when I travel and comes with a carry bag and workout guide. It's more money, but totally worth it. "

Does anyone you know really sound like that? give me a break. Don't believe the hype, its a sequel.

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Hulk Hogan, NYC, NY — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 19:08:53 GMT

I bought a pair of Perfect Pushups for $15 at Walgreens about a month ago. They appear to be a cost-reduced version of the Perfect Pushup Pro, which typically go for about $40. They do operate smoothly and I have no problems with the quality.

Although I can do 50 to 55 normal pushups, I can only do 25 to 30 pushups with these. I do the pushups every other day. So far, I don't believe that I am getting a superior (on inferior) workout, but I'll keep using them.

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g, Houston, TX — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 20:13:05 GMT

Very interesting--the comments offer more insight than the actual review, not to slam the author. I might also add that you can create a similar challenge using inflatable stability disks, aka vestibular disks. They're about 14" in diameter, made from similar material to swiss/stability balls and have studded bottoms to prevent slippage. They make pushups significantly harder and can also be used with other exercises (like squats), making them a much better value over equipment like the Push Up Pro or Ultimate Push Up which has a limited function.

But with so many variations of pushups--standard, wide, close, explosive/clapping, side-to-side, incline/decline, speed, not to mention combos--who needs yet another redundant and expensive piece of equipment? That money would be better spent on t-shirts to show off your pecs!

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James, Brooklyn, NY — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 03:18:00 GMT

Based on your description it sounds like you're actually working more than your arms and chest, bringing your core into the mix to maintain stability. You don't need the push-up pro to do that though, just lift one leg and try to keep your hips square to the floor. I don't know if it's worth $20 (you might do better to get a swiss ball instead and do a decline push-up with that) as there doesn't seem to be a whole lot you can do with it other than push ups (the swiss ball on the other had is pretty versatile)

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Jeff Lemon, Provo, UT — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 16:19:33 GMT

I agree with the statement that this is NOT the "Ultimate Upper Body Workout." It doesn't give much more benefit to your biceps and triceps and parts of your back than regular pushups. If you want the ultimate workout, you'll probably just have to use free weights.

However, in my experience, the Push Up Pro actually DECREASED stress and pressure on my wrists. When doing regular push ups, I my wrists often start to feel pain because of the sharp angle created when my hands are flat on the floor. The Push Up Pro drastically reduces this angle and creates less pain in the wrists and hands.

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Nick, PA — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 17:13:58 GMT

I got the perfrect pushups for Christmas and love them. I used to use two dumbells for pushups to get a better grip and more range of motion but these are better. Forearms and wrists are definately getting more out of it. Also the fact that they are sitting there on the floor reminds you to do them everyday. I haven't had any stability issues, just use them on hard wood and wipe the bottom occasionally so dog hair/dirt won't decrease the friction.

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Autum R, Flint,MI — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 17:39:22 GMT

I bought the Push Up Pro as a beginner and I love them. I am sore and can feel it all through my arms, shoulders, and back. I think it is a great. People need to comment only on the product and NOt insult the reviewer. Everyone has a right to their opinion and their own experiences.

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Richard, Scottsdale, AZ — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 21:26:38 GMT

Forgive me "real person in new york" for sounding like a "guerilla marketer", but I am a real person who has owned one of these for quite some time. Like other submitters have mentioned, I feel like I get a much better workout from the perfect pushup travel edition that I do from regular pushups because of the increased range of motion.

Let's try to keep the comments limited to the topic at hand, and not take shots at the author or those who submit comments.

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Richard, Scottsdale, AZ — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 23:02:12 GMT

Has anyone tried using the perfect pushup or the pushup pro for doing dips, or any variation of dips?

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sensible — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 17:49:01 GMT

It may have been a good idea to start your push up pro routine off your knees or hips. I can imagine how the missing sense of stability could cause not only concern but great fatigue. You were using muscles and parts of your body that apparently do not get much work. So kudos for trying something new, but in all things stay in your comfort zone. Over time you may find that you are able to increase the resistance by shifting your weight or even propping up on your toes for a few reps.

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Pope — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 16:56:57 GMT

I have been using the original Perfect Push-up for a few months now. I have been doing push ups for years and these definitely work muscles. Now if you are an out of shape novice you should start with regular push-ups (instead of the couch crunches you been doing with the 12 oz. curls). When you follow the program properly you will see results fast. Then again for most in this fat country any exercise will see results fast.

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Tim, Not an American — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 23:58:10 GMT

Yeah, working out is supposed to be made "easier".
I love you America.
All empires must fall, and people like you are making it so easy to take your undeserved way-of-life away.

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Ruth — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 17:32:20 GMT

My husband is 57 he is still able to do pushups even tho it causes him pain. He is up to 50 all done the old fashion way. He uses nothing to help and his upper strength is nice. I still find him very attractive. Love it when I can watch him.

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Rick Abreu, Las Vegas, NM — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 18:57:13 GMT

My 19 year-old daughter is/has been in top physical condition and she twisted and overlapped a muscle in her neck with this last week...so you gotta be careful and build up slowly and correctly into it. Her neck muscles are barely healing now after a painful almost whiplash type of injury. My 17, 16, and 14 year-old sons are all athletes and into martial arts so they like the extra effort involved...BUT we all agree that the finger-tip and normal, natural push up technique is just fine

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john — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 19:09:38 GMT

This guy is right. The product is not for the inexperienced. It is for people who work out regularly and it adds a difficulty factor. It is only helpful to those people. It also is a change from the regular motion so that is good. It is not an unnatural or dangerous motion either, IMO. Also, I would not even consider using it on carpet. Duh.

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Daisy, Peach Palace, NV — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 19:31:29 GMT

I purchased a Perfect Pushup set, and I was skeptical of the claims made in the commercials. Since some reviewers have complained about responses that sound like commercials themselves, let me separate myself by saying this. I used them, not really knowing what to expect, but definitely not expecting to crank out 200 pushups overnight or to magically wake up perfectly toned and ripped the next morning. And it's a good thing I didn't expect it, because it didn't happen.

I'm a regular at the gym--not the typical "aerobics, Stairmaster, and 10-pound weight girl". I found the "perfect push-ups" to be much more difficult to do than regular push-ups, but I continued to use them. I follow the suggested workout schedule that came with the product. I can tell a difference in my strength and tone in less than a month. An added benefit is that I felt soreness in my abs, which means they are getting a workout too. In that sense, I like the results. The key for me was getting past the first few days and building myself up to more repetitions.

Is the Perfect Pushup a perfect overall body workout? No, there's no such thing, and it's certainly not easier than a regular pushup. "Easier" rarely translates into "better". The Perfect Pushup will not take the place of a full-body workout at the gym, but it can be a nice (and effective) addition to your home workout.

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A M, SF Bay Area — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:58:15 GMT

I have taken mixed-sex fitness classes and noticed that push-ups tend to be more of a guy thing. I would be interested in having the product reviewed for a few weeks by a male reviewer for another perspective.

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Tyson, Knoxville, Tennessee — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 03:00:21 GMT

The only thing this product may be even remotely good for is the ability to work both both Triceps and Biceps in the same push-up position. Other than that, the claim that you can have ripped pectorals and defined abs by twisting your arms isn't what I'd call true.

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Jody Tamez, Yakima, WA — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 14:44:32 GMT

What ever happen to old fashion excercise? Why do we need gadgets to do a push up?

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William Hocutt - Fultondale, AL — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 22:20:19 GMT

Got a pair at 'Big Lots' for $9.99... and no, it doesn't make a push up easier... but I do like the way it turns my arms as I do the exercise. Just like doing bicep curls with dumbbells... a "twisting" action during the curl enhances the exercise. For those whose arms and wrists "wobble" when first trying the push ups, this is due to being out of shape... not the push up handles.

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Rusty Shackleford, Roswell New Mexico — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:42:18 GMT

I got the push up pro about 2 months ago, iv been using it ever since, it dosent work out every part of your upper body, i still use dumbells and the bench press but mostly my push up pros, i do the expert style with my feet raised high and do close, regular and far away sets to hit all sections of the chest, i have had incredible results, packed on about 5 lbs of muscle in the past 8 weeks which is amazing in my standards. i baught the perfect push up the more expensive version because i thought they were taller and would be a harder workout yet and returned them because they tilt and grind when u put pressure more on one side which rendered them useless so i stuck with my push up pros and still use them to this day every day and love them. it does make for a harder work out but thats the point, its a great invention, anyone who complains about them needs to rethink there work out plan, it isnt a total work out but it is a great peice of equipment to incorperate into your workout for anyone.

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Billy, Indianapolis, IN — Sun, 18 May 2008 19:38:31 GMT

I have a set, but they hurt my palms.

-Billy
www.goodpersontest.com

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Mike James, Rathdrum, Id — Thu, 22 May 2008 05:00:33 GMT

First and Foremost this product is a Knock off and a cheap one at that! The original rotational push up device is the ROTOPRESS available at rotopressonline.com invented by a Marine not a Seal. The original is far better quality and you can do standing exercises for your legs and waist not to mention specialized exercises for arms and Abs. It also has variable resistance levels for beginners and advanced. Also this product has the only published patent on file so it is the real deal. If you are after the best product like this out there then you should have gotten the original like I did.

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NICK JONES — Sun, 25 May 2008 14:36:29 GMT

THANK YOU FOR ALLL COMMENTS, HAVE HELPED ME DECIDE TO GET DEVICE. MY FOREARMS ARE SORE FROM TRYING PRODUCT YESTERDAY AND I AM ON MY WAY TO COSTCO TO BUY NOW, GREAT.

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Joe Trenton NJ — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:28:00 GMT

I am of the Herschel Walker theory. Hundreds of pushups(I do about 700)per workout but I prefer 3 days weekly every other day.
Aside from some sprints, this is all I do and I've been told I look like a bodybuilder. I purchased the push up pro to add variety to my workout. I give it a "thumbs up". I still do about 700 total pushups per workout but instead of 30-50 per set have had to drop it to 15-20 each set.
And, I notice that my punching skill has improved.
For $20 you can't go wrong. Besides, pushups WORK!

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Ted Webber, Lake Mary, FL — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 09:34:14 GMT

I broke my left wrist in 2006 and these help me do much better push ups now. My left wrist will not allow me to form a 90 degree angle with the floor. So, I cannot put my hands down directly on the floor anymore.

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Matt C, New York — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 21:09:24 GMT

I bought the pushup pro for 20 dollars at CVS. I have been doing normal pushups for a few months.
Some sort of pushup bar should be used when doing pushups or you will hurt your wrist. 2 alternatives that I used to use were my fist and dumbbells

The rotation doesn't really add much. This makes your hands elevated just a little bit, so you can go down deeper with your chest, which does add intensity.

My advise- get two light dumbbells, grip them, and do pushups with them, if you have them. Its pretty much the same as this product

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Gary, Colorado Springs — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 01:55:34 GMT

I always wonder why anyone would by a product to replace something you can do for free...a push-up. More money than brains and now the seller has your money.

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Justin Johnson, Odessa, Texas — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 20:23:12 GMT

The push up pro does work. It stimulates muscle growth faster. I have only been using it for about 1 month and it has allready made me go up 10 pounds on the bench press. It really does work

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bob allentown pa — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 22:10:48 GMT

these work awsome and im just 13

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Myles, New York, USA — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 19:20:15 GMT

Have a nice time with personal trainer.

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ALAN S.JONES — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 06:10:22 GMT

DO THE CHEAPER ONES WORK AS WELL AS THE ORIGINALS.I USED THE PERFECT PUSHUP I A WILDWOOD GYM AND TURNING ARMS AT DIFFERENT ANGLES SEEMED TO BE A GOOD IDEA.AND I AM STILL THE BEST CONDITIONED ATHLETE TO EVER WALK THE EARTH...I RAN WELL OVER 100,000 MILES,AND GOT INTO BODYBUILDING WITHOUT SREROIDS.MY BENCH 385 AND MY LEGS MADE WOMEN SWOON 515 POUNDS FOR 15 REPS. I WAS THAT 97 POUND WEAKLING AND JUST TRAINED ALL THE TIME.A HIPPIE ALSO I HELPED STOP THE VIETNAM WAR AND SCRED WITH OVER 2000 HOT WOMEN...I STILL TRAIN AT AGE 58 AND FOUND THE DEVICE COOL FOR ITS ROTATION ...I JUST DIDNT KNOW WHETHER TO SAVE THE 20 BUCKS ON THE PRO PUSHUP OR GO WITH THE PERFECT PUSHUP..AN ENDORSEMENT FROM A NAVY SEAL MEANS NOTHING TO ME,AS MY WORKOUTS BLOW THEM AWAY....PEACE LOVE AND OBAMA

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Zack Moorcroft — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:51:09 GMT

I don't understand why many of these comments are referring to the Push Up Pro as a "cheap knock off." YES it is a cheaper price, half of what the Perfect Push up is for that matter.. and it does the SAME EXACT THING. Don't act like a fitness instructor and talk about your religous experiences with the Perfect Push up you can't have with the Push Up Pro.

Second of all, this review was an embarassment. Could you please focus a little less on your personal life next time, i'd like to hear about the product being reviewed, not about your children for godness sakes..

Third, this so called expert who gave the final input of the product must not be so much of a fitness guru, it's plainly obvious that you can feel one heck of a difference doing a regular push up, and a pushup with the Push Up Pro. If you use a Push Up Pro regularly and you switch to traditional push up's for one days regime you will clearly notice how much more you can complete than if you were using the handles.

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Sean Woodbridge VA — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 06:01:17 GMT

I use the pushup pro and it works fine for me, I notice results and it is very smooth. I have not used the perfect pushups yet though so I can't tell you how they work or if they are any better, but I know they are more expensive. If you can't do 5 pushups on the floor then of course this is going to be HELL for you, I can do 50 pushups but barely 20 some odd on these things, and they seem to do alot more for me as far as more muscles in my upper body and yes in the abs as well if you do them right. I like it and it has done me no harm yet, plus I only paid like 20 for them so it's all cool there. I notice gains and my upper body tighter as well after a few months. Regular pushups are fine but these stress you harder without any wrist pain so I believe they will help you more with your upper body no doubt. The review you did was terrible BTW, you did not review as to if someone used this and got results or actually got into it enough to review it after a few weeks or months, you did not even do that but said this and that and never really said whether it works or not for people.

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Raleigh — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 02:19:13 GMT

Geez, sorry to be coming here late... but the author doesn't sound like some one who does physical activity frequently.

I recently recieved the push up pro as a gift and found it easy to do right from the get go.

There was no worrying my wrist twisting or straining. I actually tried to push the two devices off to the side in an effort to make them slide, and they were locked in the ground pretty solid. The only way I could get them to budge would be to exert a 100% unnecessary amount of force outward as a did a push.

I'm not some fitness guru, by the way. I try to do some weight training for ~40 minutes about 2-3 times a week (and I have the occasional lazy week here and there where I don't lift at all).

I monkey around with push ups for my core and upper body when I work out, so this was a nice additional exercise. Nothing to write home about, but this guy makes the thing sound so much more tortuous than it is.

In the words of Arnold Schwarzenegger "Stop whining."

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Shaun, Long Beach, CA — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 04:51:45 GMT

I'm surprised about the negative comments people say about these push-up products. To the people that say "it's too hard" or "it feels awkward" - that's because you're out of shape. Exercising isn't meant to be easy. To the people that say "regular push-ups are just as effective" - try and do your max number of push-ups with either Perfect Pushup or Pushup Pro and I guarantee, you'll do less because these devices work you harder than conventional push-ups. These products defintely make push-ups more efficient. The only ones who might find these products useless are body builders, since they generally lift free weights. Lastly, Perfect Pushup, though more expensive, is a more well-built, superior product. Hands down. You get what you pay for.

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gary — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 20:06:12 GMT

The Push-up Pro is for those who want to treat their body like a science gadget? Stop moaning. This full-body exertion is how the body is NATURALLY supposed to tone muscles.

What IS freakishly mad science is sitting fat and listless all day long on a couch eating processed junk, and blaming a simple workout aid for "stressing" muscles that have never been used in 20 years.

Push Up Pro adds a twist to your workout

Nathan D, Winnipeg, MAN. — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 23:04:28 GMT

YOU HAVE GOT TO BE KIDDING ME... THESE THINGS ARE THE BEST, OV'COURSE MINE WERE GIVING TO ME SO I DON'T CARE IF MONEY WAS WASTED, BUT MAN!!! I COULD HARDLY DO PUSHUPS BEFORE, NOW IM DOING TWICE AS MANY NORMAL PUSH-UPS AS I COULD BEFORE AND WITH THEM I CAN ONLY DO HALF THE PUSH UPS, FORGET THESE CRITICS AND THERE GIRLY FOREARMS I DONT REALLY CARE IF MY WRISTS GET UNSTABLE BUT THATS BECAUSE THEY GOT TO GO THROUGH THAT. I NORMALLY DO 4 DIFFERENT TYPE OF WRIST WORKOUTS ALL THE TIME(WELL ONLY WHEN MY ROUTINE SAYS TO) AND WHEN YOU FEEL YOUR WRIST IS GETTING UNSTABLE, YOUR WORKING OUT THE STABELIZERS IN YOUR WRIST WHICH ARE CALLED PRONATORS AND SUPINATORS. BUT SERIOUSLY THOUGH THESE S.O.B.'S WILL GET THE JOB DONE!!!! I AM MANN... LOL.. NO SERIOUSLY THOUGH I RECCOMEND THESE

Push Up Pro adds a twist to your workout

Ahmad,Phila,Pa — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 02:26:39 GMT

The perfect pushup device is good to use.i had it when it first came out.i like to mix it up a little bit by doing a burn out of two sets then do a ladder pushup,start with five pushups then five dips and repeap starting with four three two one and thats one set.try pushing your upper body try that.

Push Up Pro adds a twist to your workout

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 03:27:40 GMT

What a load of Bollocks!