Diamond Push-Up (Tricep Focus)

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

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

EquipmentBodyweight
DifficultyIntermediate
TypeCompound
MovementHorizontal Push
ForcePush
LateralityBilateral
PrimaryTriceps (Lateral Head), Triceps (Long Head), Triceps (Medial Head)
SecondaryAnterior Deltoid, Pectoralis Major (Sternal)

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), Triceps (Medial Head).

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