Clap Push Up

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Learn how to do the Clap Push Up with proper form and technique. This body weight exercise primarily targets your Pectorals, with secondary emphasis on Triceps, Shoulders.

Clap Push Up exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Clap Push Up

Follow these steps to perform the Clap Push Up with correct form:

  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.

Clap Push Up Muscles Worked

Primary

pectorals

Secondary

tricepsshoulders

Exercise Details

Equipment
body weight
Body Part
chest
Category
Extended

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