Diamond push-up: how to do it

Name: Diamond push-up: how to do it
Uploaded: 2026-10-12T21:24:14Z
Duration: PT4.9S
Description: Lower your chest toward your hands with your elbows close to your body, then push up to straight arms.

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Hands close together under your chest

Starting position
Hold a straight plank and place your hands close under your chest so your thumbs and index fingers form a diamond.
The movement
Lower your chest toward your hands with your elbows close to your body, then push up to straight arms.

Most common mistake

Don't flare your elbows, keep them close to your body and keep your hands under your chest.

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