Perfect Pushup Review

The Perfect Pushup claims to help you perform pushups without straining your wrists and elbows. It's intended to enhance one of the oldest forms of exercise--simple calisthenics--by engaging more muscles in the arms, chest, shoulders, and back.

First marketed on the As Seen on TV exercise equipment market, this product was developed by a United States Navy Seal drill commander. Sounds promising, but does the Perfect Pushup work?

Let's take a closer look . . .

Perfect Pushup

Key Features

Two rotating pushup handles for natural arm rotation while working out

Rubberized grips for comfortable handling

Solid bases with rubberized bottoms for strong grip on most floor surfaces

Constructed of durable plastic and steel ball-bearing rotation system

Includes Navy Seal themed workout chart and 21-day exercise planner

Instructional DVD included

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Perfect Pushup Review

The primary benefit of this product is the rotating handles on the base. This unique function helps to reduce stress on the wrists and elbows, and stabilize the shoulders. If you suffer from wrist problems or carpal tunnel syndrome, this is a great benefit.

Additionally, the hand rotation stimulates more muscles, strengthening muscle fibers and increasing endurance.

The rotation is possible thanks to a steel ball-bearing system. This provides a smooth, natural feel as you perform each repetition.

Although the bases of the Perfect Pushup are made of plastic, it is quite durable, and doesn't feel flimsy at all. It will easily support your weight. And the rubber bottoms will help you maintain stability on virtually any floor surface.

Another key benefit is the increased range of motion. Because you are slightly elevated as you perform push-ups with this product, you can sink deeper, working your muscles more thoroughly than you could when supported solely by your wrists on a regular flat surface.

As a side note, few people are aware that push-up exercises can improve reaction time. The exercise trains the proprioceptive fibers, those microscopic nerves found in muscles and tendors that monitor stretches and contractions. By strengthening these fibers with exercise, you can enjoy faster reaction time, a sharper awareness of body position, and better posture.

What makes this product even more useful is its portability. You can bring it to work with you and grab a quick workout in your office. Or, if you travel for business, you can take it on the road and squeeze in workouts in your hotel room.

One thing to keep in mind, however, is that as good as this product may be, it does not offer progressive resistance. In other words, you are using only your own body weight.

While this is fine is you just want to enjoy a moderate workout, if you desire more extensive strength training, you will need a product that offers increased resistance.

Summary

The Perfect Pushup is recommended for those who want to get in an upper-body workout without the hassle of going to a health club, or who have limited space that can't accommodate a larger home gym. It's a great way to enjoy the full benefits of push-up exercises, without the joint stress.

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I have been using the perfect pushup bars for a few years now. I love them. It really hits my front delts, chest, and really defined my triceps. I think ...