Diamond Push-up (female)

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Instructions:

  • 1Begin in a traditional push-up position, but with your hands making a diamond shape (place your fingers together to form the shape) below the center of your chest.
  • 2Lower your body towards the ground until your chest nearly touches your hands.
  • 3Press your body back up to the starting position.
  • 4Keep your body straight and your eyes focused about three feet in front of you to maintain a neutral spine.
  • 5Repeat the exercise for the desired number of repetitions.

Tips:

  • Avoid straining your neck, the head should move in a natural way along with the torso.
  • Ensure to maintain control and a slow, steady pace to maximize muscle engagement.
  • Don't collapse the lower back, engage your core throughout the exercise.
  • Make certain that your body is lowered and raised as a whole, not just the upper body.

Diamond Push-up Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs