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Shoulder tap push-up

Intermediate

Shoulder tap push-up is a compound bodyweight exercise for the chest, also working the triceps and abs.

What it works

Primary muscle

Chest

Also works

TricepsAbs

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 and your body in a straight line from head to heels.
  2. 2Lower your body towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your sides.
  3. 3As you push back up, lift your right hand off the ground and tap your left shoulder.
  4. 4Return your right hand to the ground and repeat the push-up, this time lifting your left hand and tapping your right shoulder.
  5. 5Continue alternating shoulder taps with each push-up repetition.
  6. 6Maintain a stable core and avoid excessive hip rotation throughout the exercise.
  7. 7Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

What to do instead

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  • Push up on bosu ballOther

Easier variations

  • Incline push-upBodyweight
  • Incline push-up (on box)Bodyweight
  • Push-up (wall)Bodyweight

Harder variations

  • Push-up medicine ballOther
  • Exercise ball pike push upOther
  • Push-up (on stability ball)Other
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