Diamond Push-Up

What it is

This intermediate bodyweight push-up variation specifically targets your triceps. You perform it by placing your hands close together, forming a diamond shape beneath your chest, then lowering and pressing your body up. This movement also significantly engages your chest, or pectoral muscles, and your shoulders.

Technique tips

• Form a diamond with your thumbs and index fingers directly under your chest.
• Keep your elbows tucked close to your body throughout the movement.
• Maintain a straight line from your head to your heels; engage your core.
• Lower your chest until it almost touches the floor, inhaling deeply.
• Exhale as you powerfully press back up to the starting position.
• Focus on feeling the contraction primarily in your triceps.

How to track your progress

Log reps, and add the extra load if you wear a belt or a vest. Straddly counts your bodyweight in the estimated max, so added weight and extra reps both show up as progress, and new records are flagged during the session.