5 Explosive Push Up Workouts To Build A Strong And Muscular Chest

#2 Clap Push Up

An exciting variation of, the clap push-up is an extremely effective push-up workout. Besides enhancing your chest and the other usual areas, clap push-ups also help you in acquiring immense strength. However, it’s important to master the traditional push up before getting into this variant.

Step 1: Take a plank position stance with your arms and legs straight, shoulders above the wrists, and core engaged.

Step 2: Inhale deeply, and as you exhale, slowly bend your elbows, lowering your entire body to the ground.

Step 3: Lift your hands off the ground by mustering enough power in your arms, perform a clap before returning your arms to push up position and ease your way back onto the ground.

Important Tip: Begin with 3 sets of 12 reps.

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