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Notes on getting stronger
Guides, research reviews, and free tools on Grease the Groove and distributed strength training.
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- Research · Sep 6, 2026
The latest Grease the Groove studies
Recent findings on microdosing, exercise snacks, and easy sets: where the evidence supports GTG and where questions remain.
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- Free tool
Grease the Groove calculator
Enter your max push-ups or pull-ups and your waking hours. Get six easy sets timed across your day, the same rules the app uses, and copy the plan anywhere.
Open the calculator →
Articles
- Guide · Sep 6, 2026
How to increase push-ups
Choose your starting level, practice manageable sets, and build toward more clean reps.
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- Program · Sep 6, 2026
Push-up program for beginners
A flexible four-week starting plan, with easier variations and small sets you can repeat.
Start the program →
- Guide · Sep 6, 2026
How to increase pull-ups
From assisted reps to frequent practice: build a pull-up routine around your current ability.
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- Concept · Sep 6, 2026
Distributed strength training
How GTG, microdosing, and exercise snacks overlap—and how small sessions fit into your day.
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- Comparison · Sep 6, 2026
Grease the Groove vs traditional workouts
Compare the routines by your goal, your schedule, and the work you already do.
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- Comparison · Sep 6, 2026
The best push-up apps on iOS
Five apps for counting reps, following workouts, or remembering easy sets throughout the day.
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Get stronger with Light Work.
The easiest way to doing more pushups, whether it's your first rep or 50th rep.
