Shoulder Tapping Push-up
Muscle Groups: Chest, Abs
Shoulder Tapping Push-up focuses on Chest, Abs, with Shoulders, Triceps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Shoulder Tapping Push-up with proper form and technique.
- 1
Start in a high plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders and your body forming a straight line from head to heels.
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Lower your chest towards the floor by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your body.
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Push through your hands to extend your arms and return to the high plank position.
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Lift your right hand off the floor and tap your left shoulder, keeping your hips as stable as possible.
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Place your right hand back on the floor.
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Lift your left hand off the floor and tap your right shoulder, maintaining a stable core.
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Place your left hand back on the floor to complete one repetition.
Secondary Muscles
While Shoulder Tapping Push-up primarily targets Chest, Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Shoulders, Triceps . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Shoulder Tapping Push-up, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Shoulder Tapping Push-up, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
