If you want to up your push-up game, make them weighted push-ups.

Here are the best variations to add to your routine.

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When you level-up with weighted push-ups, you get even more out of the movement.

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All of these can force themuscles worked during push-upsto kick in to high gear.

The most challenging weighted push-up variations

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Start with a small weight plate and work your way up.

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(Just be sure to have a partner help you with higher weights.)

How to do it:

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Dumbbell T push-up

The dumbbell T push-up will make your upper body and core burn on a new level.

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Start with a lighter dumbbell and work your way up.

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Elevated legs weighted push-up

To make your standard weighted push-ups more difficult, elevate your feet.

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