Diamond Push-Up

The Diamond Push-Up primarily works the Anterior Deltoid, Triceps (Lateral Head), Triceps (Long Head), with secondary activation of the Pectoralis Major (Sternal), Triceps (Medial Head) and stabilizer support from the Rectus Abdominis, Serratus Anterior, Transverse Abdominis. It is a bodyweight compound exercise at intermediate difficulty.

Push-up performed with hands close together forming a diamond shape emphasizing triceps.

EquipmentBodyweight
DifficultyIntermediate
TypeCompound
MovementHorizontal Push
ForcePush
LateralityBilateral
PrimaryAnterior Deltoid, Triceps (Lateral Head), Triceps (Long Head)
SecondaryPectoralis Major (Sternal), Triceps (Medial Head)

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
Primary Secondary Stabilizer

Primary Muscles

Secondary Muscles

Stabilizer Muscles

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Position body with proper alignment. Execution: Press weight forward and away from chest until arms are extended. Return to starting position under control. Repeat. Comments: Maintain control throughout movement to fully engage the Triceps (Long Head), Triceps (Lateral Head), Anterior Deltoid.

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