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Chest · Intermediate

Shoulder Tap Push-Up

Push-up followed by an alternating opposite-shoulder tap, adding unilateral support and anti-rotation demand.

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Shoulder Tap Push-Up demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

ChestTricepsShouldersAbs

Equipment

Bodyweight

Sets × reps

3 × 12

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Start in a push-up position with feet slightly wider than usual.
  2. 02Lower into a controlled push-up and press back to the top.
  3. 03At the top, tap one hand to the opposite shoulder without rotating the hips.
  4. 04Place the hand back under the shoulder and perform the next push-up.
  5. 05Alternate taps while keeping the body line steady.

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