Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-up
Expert Advice
Maintain a strong core throughout the exercise to prevent your hips from sagging. Align your hands under your shoulders to ensure proper form.
How-to-do Steps
- Begin in a kneeling push-up position with your knees on the ground and hands placed shoulder-width apart.
- Lower your body towards the ground, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
- Push back up to the starting position.
- Once at the top, tap your left shoulder with your right hand.
- Return your hand to the ground and repeat the push-up, followed by a shoulder tap with the opposite hand.
- Continue alternating shoulder taps after each push-up for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-up primarily targets the Chest, with Cardio mechanics using Body Weight. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary

Chest40%
Secondary




Biceps15%

Forearms15%

Shoulders15%

Triceps15%
Equipment
Body Weight

Exercise Type
Cardio
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 20s
Intermediate3 x 30s
Advanced4 x 45s
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-up work?
Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-up primarily targets the Chest. Secondary muscles involved include Biceps, Forearms, Shoulders, Triceps. It is classified as a Cardio exercise performed with Body Weight.
How many sets and reps should I do for Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-up?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 20s. Intermediate lifters can do 3 sets of 30s. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 45s. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-up suitable for beginners?
Kneeling Shoulder 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.