Exercises / Intermediate
Diamond weighted push-ups
- Triceps
- Lower Chest
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- Level
- Intermediate
- Muscles
- 2
- Equipment
- Weight
On this page
01 / Steps
How to do it
Use a weight vest or similar to add resistance.
Place your hands together in front of your chest and perform push-ups, lowering until your chest touches your hands.
02 / Muscles
Muscles worked
Triceps
Lower Chest
03 / Skills
What it trains
How demanding this exercise is for each physical ability.
- Strength35
- Explosivity20
- Technique15
- Cardio5
- Mobility15
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