Push-Up Variation: Diamond Push-Ups

I am all about push-ups lately, especially since I got that new iPhone app PushupFu that counts my reps. Regular push-ups can get a little boring, so I like to mix it up with Elevated Push-Ups , the challenging Wide Arm Push-Ups , and the core building Spiderman Push-ups . If you want to add a little bling to your push-up routine, consider this diamond variation. Although common to military workouts, us civvies can still reap the benefits and target our triceps with Diamond Push-Ups. For details on the move just read more. Start in plank position with your hands under your shoulders, and your body in one straight line. If you can’t do a push-up this

way, just lower your knees to the floor. If your knees aren’t on the floor, separate your feet so they’re about shoulder-width apart to help you stay balanced throughout the exercise. Place your hands together, directly under your sternum, with the tips of your index fingers and thumbs touching. Your fingers and thumbs should form a diamond or triangle shape. As you inhale, bend your elbows out to the sides, and lower your chest toward the floor. Then exhale to straighten your arms. This counts as one push-up. Complete as many as you can with proper form. Share your fave push-up variation in the comments section below.

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Push-Up Variation: Diamond Push-Ups