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Diamond Push Ups (Knee Assisted) GIF

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Male figure; the female figure follows.

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Worked muscles

  • TricepsMusculus triceps brachii
  • ChestMusculus pectoralis major
  • Front shouldersMusculus deltoideus, pars clavicularis
Equipment
mat
Level
beginner
Loop
One repetition, 2.13 seconds

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  -H "Authorization: Bearer $EXERCISEGIF_KEY"

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How to do a diamond push ups (knee assisted)

  1. Kneel on a mat and place your hands together under your chest, forming a diamond shape with your thumbs and index fingers.
  2. Extend your body from your knees, keeping a straight line from head to knees.
  3. Bend your elbows to lower your chest toward your hands, keeping elbows close to your body.
  4. Pause briefly when your chest nears your hands.
  5. Press through your palms to push back up to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Form tips

  • Keep your core braced and hips from sagging.
  • Maintain a straight line from head to knees.
  • Keep elbows tucked close to your torso.
  • Control the descent and avoid flaring the elbows out.

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