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1.01
AerobicBody weight

Shoulder Tap Push-up

Intensity
duration
MET
4energy expenditure
Type
Aerobic

Target muscles

  • Biceps20%
  • Chest20%

Supporting muscles

  • Forearms
  • Shoulders
  • Triceps
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Set your feet wider than your hands to create a stable base for tapping.

  1. 1

    Start in a high plank position with your hands shoulder-width apart.

  2. 2

    Lower your body towards the ground in a push-up.

  3. 3

    As you push back up, lift one hand to tap the opposite shoulder.

  4. 4

    Return the hand to the ground and perform another push-up.

  5. 5

    Alternate the shoulder tap with each push-up repetition.

Expert tip

Maintain a strong plank position and avoid sagging hips to ensure proper core engagement and stability throughout the exercise.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Flaring the elbows during the descent
  • ✕Rotating the hips during the shoulder tap
  • ✕Shifting weight too far to the tapping side
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