Triceps · Body weight · Intermediate
How to do Diamond Push-up
The diamond push-up is a bodyweight exercise that primarily targets the triceps, with secondary emphasis on the chest and shoulders. It is performed in a plank position with the hands close together, forming a diamond shape, and requires significant upper body strength and stability.
- Primary muscle
- Triceps
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Intermediate
- Category
- Triceps
How to do Diamond Push-up, step by step
- Start in a high plank position with your hands close together, forming a diamond shape with your thumbs and index fingers.
- Keep your body in a straight line from head to toe, engaging your core and glutes.
- Lower your chest towards the diamond shape formed by your hands, keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push yourself back up to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Track Diamond Push-up in SPLYT
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