Shoulder Tap Push-up

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Learn how to do the Shoulder Tap Push-up with proper form and technique. This body weight exercise primarily targets your Pectorals, with secondary emphasis on Triceps, Core.

Shoulder Tap Push-up exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Shoulder Tap Push-up

Follow these steps to perform the Shoulder Tap Push-up with correct form:

  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.

Shoulder Tap Push-up Muscles Worked

Primary

pectorals

Secondary

tricepscore

Exercise Details

Equipment
body weight
Body Part
chest
Category
Main

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