Push up stands?

Question

Do these really help? I do around 200 pushups a day, do they make this alot easier?

Answer 1

Are you referring to the little bars which rest on the floor and raise you up a bit for doing push ups? If so, they don't make it easier, they make it harder because the concept is to "extend" the chest further pass the hands. With hands on the floor, your chest can only go to the floor also. With hands higher, your chest can extend pass them to provide a fuller range of motion, thus enhancing the workout and providing better results for the pec muscles.

BTW, you can achieve this with any other household items such as cans, books, wood, etc.