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Shoulder Tap To Push Up

The Shoulder Tap to Push Up exercise targets the upper body and core. It starts with a push-up, building strength in arms and chest, then incorporates a shoulder tap for stability and core engagement. Ideal for enhancing body endurance.
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Shoulder Tap To Push Up instructions
Step-by-step instructions
1
Begin in a high plank position with your wrists lined up below your shoulders.
2
Slowly lift your right hand and lightly tap your left shoulder.
3
Place your right hand back on the ground and do the same action with your left hand tapping your right shoulder.
4
Perform a push-up by bending your elbows and lowering your entire body as one unit towards the ground.
5
Push your body back up into the starting position and repeat again from the shoulder tap. Avoid dipping your hips during the movement.
Begin in a high plank position with your wrists lined up below your shoulders.
Slowly lift your right hand and lightly tap your left shoulder.
Place your right hand back on the ground and do the same action with your left hand tapping your right shoulder.
Perform a push-up by bending your elbows and lowering your entire body as one unit towards the ground.
Push your body back up into the starting position and repeat again from the shoulder tap. Avoid dipping your hips during the movement.
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