Bored of the usual push-ups? Try these extreme push-up exercises for strong, toned arms.

Alternating push-ups

Position yourself in a push-up position placing one hand on top of the medicine ball and the other hand on floor, slightly wider than shoulder-width away.

The arm that has the hand on the ball should be slightly bent. Perform a push-up by lowering your body down.

As you straighten up, rapidly roll the ball under your body to the other hand, then perform another push-up again.

Repeat this sequence for as many as you can in the recommended amount of work time.

Workout: Nichelle Laus; Photo credit: Dave Laus.