How to do it
Lower your chest to one fist height above the floor.
- 1
Begin in a kneeling push-up position with your knees on the ground and hands placed shoulder-width apart.
- 2
Lower your body towards the ground, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
- 3
Push back up to the starting position.
- 4
Once at the top, tap your left shoulder with your right hand.
- 5
Return your hand to the ground and repeat the push-up, followed by a shoulder tap with the opposite hand.
- 6
Continue alternating shoulder taps after each push-up for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Maintain a strong core throughout the exercise to prevent your hips from sagging. Align your hands under your shoulders to ensure proper form.
Common mistakes
- ✕Flaring the elbows wide during the descent
- ✕Shifting weight unevenly during the tap
- ✕Bouncing off the bottom of the push-up