diamond push-up
diamond push-up is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Start in a high plank position with your hands close together, forming a diamond shape with your thumbs and index fingers.
Step 2
Keep your body in a straight line from head to toe, engaging your core and glutes.
Step 3
Lower your chest towards the diamond shape formed by your hands, keeping your elbows close to your body.
Step 4
Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push yourself back up to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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