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Diamond Push-Up

StrengthIntermediateBody Only

What this trains

Front and back view. The highlighted part is where this exercise works most; paler areas are helpers.

Targets: Triceps medial head, Triceps lateral head

Primary: Triceps

Secondary: Chest (lower chest), Shoulders

How to

  1. 1Start in a push-up position with your hands close together under your chest so your thumbs and index fingers form a diamond.
  2. 2Lower your chest toward your hands with your elbows brushing close to your body.
  3. 3Press back up until your arms are straight.
  4. 4Keep your body in a straight line; drop to your knees if you cannot keep good form.