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Improves heart health
Push-ups engage large muscle groups, increasing your heart rate and promoting better blood flow, making them cardio-friendly. In fact, a Harvard-backed JAMA Network Open study found that men who could perform more push-ups were significantly less likely to develop heart disease.According to cardiologist Dr. Haitham Ahmed, 鈥淧ush-up capacity is a strong predictor of heart health. It reflects both muscular and cardiovascular endurance.鈥滶ven short sets done consistently can help improve your resting heart rate and overall stamina.