Diamond Push Up
A diamond push-up is a push-up performed with the hands close together beneath the upper body.
Movement
The diamond push-up uses a narrow hand position while the body lowers and rises through arm and shoulder motion. Hand spacing, body angle and range alter the task.
Push-up hand-position EMG study · ACSM · resistance-training position stand
Evidence and programming
Acute EMG studies compare electrical activity during variants; they do not prove that one position builds more muscle, prevents injury or improves sport performance. Choose a controllable variation and progress load or repetitions according to the goal and response.
Push-up hand-position EMG study · ACSM · resistance-training position stand
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FAQ
Does it isolate the triceps?
No. The triceps contribute, but chest, shoulder and trunk muscles also take part.
Push-up hand-position EMG study · ACSM · resistance-training position stand
Must the hands form a perfect diamond?
No. The name describes a close position, not a validated universal spacing. Adjust for control and comfort.
Push-up hand-position EMG study · ACSM · resistance-training position stand
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