Chest Tap Push-up Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Chest
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Chest
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachioradialis, Deltoid Anterior, Triceps Brachii, Triceps, Shoulders, Brachialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Chest Tap Push Up, Push-up with Chest Tap
How to: Chest Tap Push-up
- Start in a push-up position with your hands shoulder-width apart.
- Lower your body until your chest almost touches the ground.
- As you push up, bring your right hand to your left shoulder and return to the start position.
- Repeat the movement, alternating hands after each push-up.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the hips sag or rise too high.
- Not maintaining a neutral spine.
- Rushing through the push-up without proper form.
Modifications
- Perform on knees instead of toes for reduced intensity.
- Use an elevated surface for your hands to reduce the difficulty.
Tips
- Keep your core tight to maintain balance while tapping your chest.
- Ensure your elbows are at a 45-degree angle to your body during the push-up.
- Focus on controlled movements to minimize strain on shoulders.
Chest Tap Push-up Alternatives
Tags
chest
upper body
strength
push-up
core
triceps