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Diamond Push-Up.

Close-hand push-up forming a diamond that emphasizes the triceps.

IntermediateBodyweight
Diamond Push-Up
The numbers
Sets
3–5
Reps
6–15
Rest
90–180
Muscles
Primary
Triceps
Secondary
Chest · Front delts
The play-by-play

How to do it.

  1. Step 01

    Place the hands together under the chest, fingers forming a diamond

  2. Step 02

    Assume a plank with a straight body

  3. Step 03

    Lower the chest toward the hands

  4. Step 04

    Keep the elbows tucked close

  5. Step 05

    Press back up to full extension

  6. Step 06

    Maintain a rigid torso throughout

What separates good from great

Pro cues.

  • Keep the elbows close to the ribs

  • Do not let the hips sag

  • Drop to the knees to scale