Push-Up Challenge Week 4: Final Push

Level

Intermediate

Duration

1 week (7 days)

For

Those completing the 4-week

Goal

Set a new personal record

The culminating week of the 4-week program. Higher volume early in the week followed by a taper for your final max test. This is where all your work pays off. Expect to exceed your starting max by 50-100%.

Is This Challenge Right For You?

Starting max range

1535 push-ups

Prerequisites

  • Completion of Weeks 1-3
  • Consistent training throughout the program

Equipment

  • Exercise mat (optional)
  • Timer for rest periods

Benefits

  • Experience the reward of 4 weeks of consistent training
  • Learn the taper technique used by competitive athletes
  • Set a meaningful personal record
  • Build confidence for longer-term push-up goals

Your 1 week (7 days) Plan

1

Week 1

Taper down and set a new personal record on test day

Form Tip

On max test day: warm up with 2 easy sets, rest 3-5 minutes, then go all out. Every rep with full range of motion counts.

DaySetsTotal RepsNotes / Tip
Day 110 + 9 + 8 + 734Last big push this week. Give it everything.
Day 210 + 10 + 8 + 735Peak volume day. Dig deep.
Day 38 + 8 + 7 + 629Begin taper. Slightly lower volume to recover.
Day 4Rest Day--Full rest day. Tomorrow starts your taper sets.
Day 56 + 6 + 517Light taper day. Save energy for your test.
Day 6Rest Day--Complete rest. Visualize your max test. You are ready.
Day 75 + 510Final max test day! Warm up, then go for your all-time best.

Form Tips

  • 1On max test day: warm up with 2 easy sets, rest 3-5 minutes, then go all out. Every rep with full range of motion counts.

What's Next?

Check Your Push-Up Standards

See how you compare to others your age and gender

Related Articles

How should I prepare for my final max test?+
Get good sleep the two nights before. Eat a balanced meal 2-3 hours before testing. Warm up with light cardio and 2 sets of 5 easy push-ups. Rest 3-5 minutes, then go for your max.
What should I do after completing the 4-week program?+
Rest for 2-3 days, then start a full 30-day challenge matched to your new max. If your max is 15-25, try the intermediate plan. 25-40: advanced. 40+: the 100 push-ups plan.
I did not improve as much as expected. What happened?+
Progress varies by person. Check your sleep (7+ hours?), nutrition (enough protein?), and consistency (did you skip days?). Some people respond better to 6-week programs. You can repeat the 4-week cycle with slightly higher starting numbers.

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