Stop Oversleeping
Pushy – the alarm that makes you do push-ups to dismiss it.
- On-device detection
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- No video saved
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- Works offline
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- No account
How Pushy wakes you up
A simple 3-step alarm you can’t snooze.
All rep counting runs locally on your device. Nothing is uploaded.
See Pushy in Action
Why Pushy Works (Backed by Biology)
Light muscular effort right after the alarm raises heart rate, core temperature, and oxygen delivery, cutting through the fog. Push-ups flip your brain from drowsy to task-ready.
A short set increases cerebral blood flow and mildly raises catecholamines (adrenaline/dopamine), sharpening attention and motivation—alert, not jangly.
A short burst of reps increases ventilation, delivering more oxygen to the brain while blowing off excess CO₂—two fast levers that reduce drowsiness and head fog. The combo of deeper breathing and a modest heart-rate rise make you feel switched on, not stuck in bed.
A consistent wake time plus immediate movement stabilizes your circadian rhythm and the cortisol-awakening response—tomorrow’s wake-up gets easier.
Brief muscular activation lifts mood and focus (endorphins, norepinephrine) without the jitter–crash of caffeine. Start fast, then stay steady.
Alarm → push-ups → relief builds a tight cue–action–reward loop your brain automates. Start with 3–5 reps; the small win ripples into better discipline all day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pushy?+
Pushy is a push-ups alarm: the alarm only turns off after you complete a short set of push-ups. The camera counts your reps automatically—no tapping buttons half-asleep.
Is Pushy free?+
Yes, it's free. If it helps you, you can donate or leave a review to support development.
How does the app count push-ups?+
Your phone’s camera tracks simple body movement and depth cues to detect each rep. It’s tuned for common variations and typical bedroom lighting.
Is my camera feed recorded or uploaded?+
No. Rep counting runs on-device and nothing is saved or sent. You can use the app fully offline.
Where do I put the phone?+
Place it on the floor, screen facing you, about an arm’s length away. Keep your upper body in view and avoid strong backlight (e.g., bright window behind you).
I can’t do full push-ups—will this still work?+
Yes. Use knee push-ups or a slight elevation (hands on a low bench). You can also start with a low rep goal (e.g., 3–5) and build up.
Does it break through Do Not Disturb?+
- Android: Supports exact alarms that can break through DND (if granted in settings).
- iOS: Uses system notifications and your current Focus/volume settings.
What permissions do you need—and why?+
- Camera: to count reps automatically.
- Notifications/Alarms: to ring reliably at the set time.
You can change permissions anytime in system settings.
Will it work without internet?+
Yes. Alarms and rep counting work offline.
How much battery does it use?+
Very little while idle. During an active alarm, the screen and camera are on for the short time it takes to finish your reps.
Can I snooze?+
No. By design, Pushy replaces snoozing with quick movement so you wake up alert. If you need a gentler morning, just set a lower rep target.
Can I set multiple or repeating alarms?+
Yes—set as many as you like, including weekday schedules.
It isn’t counting correctly—what should I try?+
- Raise the phone slightly or angle it toward your chest/shoulders.
- Improve lighting (avoid strong backlight).
- Keep your upper body in frame; use steady, full-range reps.
What’s coming next?+
Streaks, progress stats, and a friendly leaderboard.
Need help or have feedback?+
Email me at iuri.jorbenadze@gmail.com. I read every message.