The number of push-ups you should do daily depends on your fitness level, goals, and ability to maintain proper form.
- For beginners, starting with about 2–5 sets of 10 repetitions (around 50 push-ups total per day) is recommended, gradually increasing as strength improves
- Intermediate exercisers can aim for 2–5 sets of 10–15 reps, and advanced individuals 2–5 sets of 10–20 reps, totaling roughly 50–100 push-ups daily split into manageable sets
- Fitness experts suggest working up to three sets of 20 to 25 push-ups a day with perfect form, focusing on quality rather than quantity
- If your goal is muscle building, a guideline based on your max reps is:
- Max under 25 reps: aim for 50–75 push-ups daily
- Max 25–50 reps: aim for 75–150 push-ups daily
- Max over 50 reps: aim for 150–250 push-ups daily
These can be broken into 2–4 sets
- Consistency and proper technique-full range of motion and controlled tempo-are crucial to avoid injury and maximize benefits
- Some people do 100 push-ups a day split across sets, which can be effective for strength maintenance, but it’s important to supplement push-ups with other exercises for balanced muscle development
In summary, a practical daily push-up target ranges from about 50 to 100 reps, divided into sets according to your level, with an emphasis on form and gradual progression
