Chest Tap Push-up
Expert Advice
Ensure your body maintains a straight line from head to heels and avoid sagging your hips to maintain proper form and target the chest muscles effectively.
How-to-do Steps
- Start in a high plank position with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- Lower your body towards the ground in a controlled push-up.
- As you push back up, quickly tap your chest with one hand.
- Return your hand to the starting position and repeat the push-up, alternating the chest tap with the opposite hand.
- Continue for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Chest Tap Push-up primarily targets the Chest, with Strength mechanics using Body Weight. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Chest60%
Secondary
Biceps10%
Forearms10%
Shoulders10%
Triceps10%
Equipment
Body Weight
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Chest Tap Push-up work?
Chest Tap Push-up primarily targets the Chest. Secondary muscles involved include Biceps, Forearms, Shoulders, Triceps. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Body Weight.
How many sets and reps should I do for Chest Tap Push-up?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Chest Tap Push-up suitable for beginners?
Chest Tap Push-up is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
