
The clap push-up is an explosive upper body movement that builds power and fast-twitch muscle strength. It adds a plyometric challenge to the traditional push-up by requiring the hands to leave the ground mid-rep.
• Start in a strong push-up position with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width and core engaged
• Lower your body explosively and push off the ground with enough force to lift your hands.
• Quickly clap your hands together at chest level before returning them to the floor.
• Land with soft elbows to absorb the impact and immediately move into the next rep
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