Push-ups are an exercise staple, but sometimes you need to spice up the basics. My Equinox trainer's prescription for getting over the push-up blahs is to toss a medicine ball, or two, or three into the mix. Here's a progression Lauren taught me in my last training session. It's fun. It's challenging. And it might just make you feel like you're rehearsing a circus act. Push-Up Roll This move Read more

I'm in full-on wedding planning mode — I've decided on the venue, the photographer is booked, and the save-the-dates have been sent. But there's one area I haven't really tackled yet — my "get in tip-top shape for the wedding" game plan. Here's the thing, I just want to tone up and look my best, so I don't think that requires going to boot camp for three hours a day until the big day. An Read more

If you want a strong, sculpted upper body, you have to make friends with the push-up. Raising and lowering your own body weight targets your arms, chest, upper back, and core, and because you can do them anywhere, push-ups are a great move to include in your regular strength training routine. Put a little zest into the age-old exercises by doing them with a decline. Simply put, you need to be Read more

I am all about push-ups lately, especially since I got that new iPhone app PushupFu that counts my reps. Regular push-ups can get a little boring, so I like to mix it up with Elevated Push-Ups, the challenging Wide Arm Push-Ups, and the core building Spiderman Push-ups. If you want to add a little bling to your push-up routine, consider this diamond variation. Although common to military Read more

If you're a fan of push-ups because they're an effective way to tone your upper back, arms, chest, and core, then here's a variation you should add to your next strength training session. Normally, when we do push-ups, it's important to have your wrists underneath our shoulders. If you don't have any issues with shoulder or wrist pain or injuries, then try moving your arms out slightly wider. Read more

I love push-ups. They are one of the best strength training moves out there. Not only do they sculpt your upper body and back, but they also tone your core. Here's a variation that will target your triceps more than regular push-ups since your elbows are in against your body instead of out wide. This exercise will make you stronger, and it's also a great prep for the yoga pose called Crocodile. Read more

Push-ups strengthen your upper body, and here's a variation that will also work the muscles in your back — just add in another no equipment necessary move, the superman. Music: "Two of Us" by Aimee Mann and Michael Penn To learn how to do this exercise, read more Read more

I am always looking for quick ways to work my arms, and this move is great for those commercial break moments as well as downtime between sets of leg work at the gym. The side arm push-up tones triceps, deltoids, and the outside of your chest. Keeping your core engaged will also work your waist. Nice bonus! Learn the details. Read more