Exercise technique

diamond push-up

The diamond push-up is a bodyweight exercise that primarily targets the triceps, with secondary emphasis on the chest and shoulders. It is performed in a plank position with the hands close together, forming a diamond shape, and requires significant upper body strength and stability.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Start in a high plank position with your hands close together, forming a diamond shape with your thumbs and index fingers.
  2. Keep your body in a straight line from head to toe, engaging your core and glutes.
  3. Lower your chest towards the diamond shape formed by your hands, keeping your elbows close to your body.
  4. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push yourself back up to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Chest, Shoulders.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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