Target Triceps with Diamond Push Ups

Diamond Push Ups

Rep Range

10-20

Hints

Begin in a standard push-up position. Place hands close together, forming a diamond shape with your thumbs and index fingers. Lower your body down, keeping elbows close to your sides.

Common Mistakes

Ensure your hips don't sag or rise too high, maintaining a straight line from head to heels. Don't flare your elbows too wide; keep them tucked close to your body.

Breathing

Inhale as you lower your body. Exhale as you push up to the starting position. Repeat.

Muscle Focus

Primary Muscles

Middle Chest

Secondary Muscles

Upper Chest, Lower Chest, Shoulders, Triceps, Core, Serratus Anterior

Tertiary Muscles

Traps, Levator Scapulae, Rhomboids, Infraspinatus, Teres Major, Teres Minor, Latissimus Dorsi, Lower Back, Erector Spinae, Lower Body