Push Up to Knee Tap
Description
The push up to knee tap is a push up variation that adds a knee tap between reps. The lifter performs a push up, then reaches across to tap the opposite knee. It builds chest, core, and shoulder stability in one move.
Equipment Required
Push Up to Knee Tap Instructions
- Begin in a high plank position with hands under the shoulders.
- Set the body in a straight line from head to heels.
- Brace your core and keep the back flat.
- Lower the chest toward the floor in a push up.
- Press back up to lockout.
- Lift one hand and tap the opposite knee.
- Return the hand to the floor and repeat the push up.
- Alternate the tapping hand each rep.
Push Up to Knee Tap Form & Visual
Push Up to Knee Tap Benefits
- Builds the chest
- Adds core work
- Trains shoulder stability
- Strong push up variation
- Useful combo move
- Builds the triceps
Push Up to Knee Tap Muscles Worked
- Pectoralis major
- Triceps brachii
- Core
- Anterior deltoid
Push Up to Knee Tap Variations & Alternatives
- Push Up
- Push Up Shoulder Tap
- Bear Crawl
- Renegade Row
