Shoulder Tap Push-up
Differentiation: Mechanics
This variation of a single arm Push-Up is unique. Here is how: you lift one hand off the floor | and tap your opposite shoulder at the top of the movement. This movement forces each side of your chest | to endure most of your body weight independently. This extra work increases the overall strength of your chest and core by requiring you to engage your core to maintain balance. You switch arms for each rep.
Starting Position
To get into starting position, do this...
1) Locate an area of the gym with ample floor space to perform the exercise.
2) Position yourself on the floor as if you were going to perform a push up.
3) Your hands should be flat on the floor with fingers outstretched.
4) Spread your legs wide apart - with your weight on your toes.
Main Mechanics
Once in starting position, do this...
1) This is the starting position.
2) Exhale as you push your upper body upward off the floor with one hand,
3) ...until your supporting arm is fully extended.
4) ...while simultaneously reaching under your chest to tap your opposite shoulder.
5) Hold this position for a count of one second.
6) This is the ending position.
7) Return to the starting position.
8) Then, perform another rep using the other arm - with your other hand tapping your opposite shoulder.
9) Continue reps until you have completed a full set, using alternating arms for each rep.
Proper Form
Pay special attention to following proper form by...
Keep your back, legs and head straight.
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