Shoulder Tap Push Up: How-to, Tips & More
The Shoulder Tap Push Up is a intermediate compound exercise for your chest. You do it with bodyweight. It is a good fit when your goal is muscle growth.
Besides the chest, it also works your triceps, shoulders and core, so it fits well in a session that trains those muscles together.
Muscles worked
Chest
Primary
Triceps
Secondary
Shoulders
Secondary
Core
Secondary
How to do the Shoulder Tap Push Up
- Do one push-up.
- At the top, lift one hand and tap the opposite shoulder.
- Put it back and tap with the other hand.
- Keep your hips still while you tap.
Shoulder Tap Push Up tips
- Widen your feet to make it more stable.
Sets and reps
Most lifters do well with 10 to 25 reps per set, and 10 to 25 reps is where this exercise tends to work best. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve on every set, and add weight once you can complete all your sets at the top of the range. It also works well in a superset with an exercise for the opposite muscles.
Equipment
Bodyweight
Type
Compound
Shoulder Tap Push Up alternatives
More chest exercises
Band Chest Fly
Resistance band
Band Chest Press
Resistance band
Band Resisted Push Up
Resistance band
Barbell Bench Press
Barbell
Barbell Floor Press
Barbell
Chest Dips
Dip bars
Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Shoulder Tap Push Up work?
The Shoulder Tap Push Up mainly works your chest, with help from your triceps, shoulders and core.
How many sets and reps should I do?
A good starting point is 10 to 25 reps per set, and many lifters get the best results between 10 to 25 reps. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve.
Is the Shoulder Tap Push Up good for beginners?
It is rated intermediate, so it is better to build a base with simpler movements first and add it when your technique is solid.
What equipment do I need for the Shoulder Tap Push Up?
You need bodyweight.
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