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Clap push up

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Clap push up is a compound bodyweight exercise for the chest, also working the triceps and front delts.

What it works

Primary muscle

Chest

Also works

TricepsFront delts

Equipment
Bodyweight
Type
Compound · Push
Logged as
Reps
Suggested rest
1 min

How to do it

  1. 1Start in a high plank position with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  2. 2Lower your body towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping your core engaged.
  3. 3Push through your palms explosively to propel your body off the ground.
  4. 4While in mid-air, clap your hands together before landing back in the starting position.
  5. 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

What to do instead

  • Weighted drop push upWeight plate
  • Plyo push upBodyweight
  • Incline push up depth jumpBodyweight
  • Kettlebell plyo push-upKettlebell

Easier variations

  • Incline push up depth jumpBodyweight

Harder variations

  • Weighted drop push upWeight plate
  • Kettlebell plyo push-upKettlebell
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