How to do the Clap Push-up, step by step
- Get into a regular push-up position.
- Lower quickly.
- Press up explosively so your hands leave the floor.
- Clap once in the air.
- Land softly with your arms slightly bent and go straight into the next rep.
Common mistakes and how to fix them
- Hard landing on locked armskeep your elbows slightly bent as you land.
- Hips break as you push offpress your whole body up as one unit.
How to scale the Clap Push-up
If you can't do the movement cleanly yet or the workout is too heavy, use one of these variations:
- Explosive push-up without the clap
- From the knees
Also known as
Plyo push-up
These descriptions are general guidance and don't replace a coach. Have someone at your box show you new movements, and stop if anything hurts.