Exercise description of the diamond pushup.  Learn about the diamond pushup with videos, pictures, and other sports information.  Also learn how the diamond pushup can improve your sports performance.

Primary muscles worked:  Triceps, Pecs

Synergist Muscles:  Deltoids

Mechanics:  Compound

Equipment:  Open Floor Space

How to perform the exercise:  To perform the diamond pushup, an athlete will assume the standard pushup position. Feet together, body in a straight line, and hands under the shoulders and fully extended. Next, the athlete will move the hands together, under the center of the chest, allowing the thumbs and index fingers to touch. This makes the "diamond" shape. Now the athlete will lower the body so that the center of the chest lines up over top of the hands. The athlete will bend at the elbows to reach this position. Once this position is reached, the athlete will return to starting position by utilizing tricep and chest strength. This will require the arms to reach full extension.

Spotting the exercise: The spotter can assist the athlete by making sure the athlete has correct form throughout the lift.

Sport specific application: The diamond pushup is an excellent exercise for novice and young athlete's to develop strength in the triceps.