Clap Push-UP

The Clap Push-UP is a beginner none (bodyweight) exercise that works the Chest. Follow the steps below.

How to do the Clap Push-UP

1. The clap push-up is an explosive upper body movement that builds power and fast-twitch muscle strength.
2. It adds a plyometric challenge to the traditional push-up by requiring the hands to leave the ground mid-rep.
3. Start in a strong push-up position with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width and core engaged Lower your body explosively and push off the ground with enough force to lift your hands.
4. Quickly clap your hands together at chest level before returning them to the floor.
5. Land with soft elbows to absorb the impact and immediately move into the next rep

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Instructions adapted from wger.de under CC BY-SA 4.0. Compiled by FitBot Coach.