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chest
#0699

shoulder tap push-up

Equipment
body weight
Target muscle
pectorals

How to perform

  1. 1

    Start 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. 2

    Lower your body towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your sides.

  3. 3

    As you push back up, lift your right hand off the ground and tap your left shoulder.

  4. 4

    Return your right hand to the ground and repeat the push-up, this time lifting your left hand and tapping your right shoulder.

  5. 5

    Continue alternating shoulder taps with each push-up repetition.

  6. 6

    Maintain a stable core and avoid excessive hip rotation throughout the exercise.

  7. 7

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Secondary muscles

triceps
core