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Explosive push-up

A compound exercise for the chest, with help from the triceps, front delts. Equipment: no equipment.

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How to do it

  1. Setup: Regular push-up position on a soft floor.
  2. Push hard enough for the hands to leave the floor
  3. Land with soft elbows

Muscles worked

Equipment

None. You can do it anywhere. See more exercises by equipment.

Alternatives

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