Exercises / Intermediate
Clap on thigh push-ups
- Triceps
- Anterior Deltoid
- Lower Chest
- Upper Chest
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- Level
- Intermediate
- Muscles
- 4
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
On this page
01 / Steps
How to do it
Perform explosive push-ups.
Lift your body in a way that gives you time to hit your thighs with the palm of your hands.
One of the most demanding exercises for the chest.
02 / Muscles
Muscles worked
Triceps
Anterior Deltoid
Lower Chest
Upper Chest
03 / Skills
What it trains
How demanding this exercise is for each physical ability.
- Strength65
- Explosivity65
- Technique40
- Cardio45
- Mobility20
Sessions
Sessions with this exercise
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Crisfreestyle Full Body Challenge
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Strong Thrust At Home
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