Jumping Push-Ups

Muscles worked: Chest · Also: Biceps, Shoulders, Triceps

Jumping Push-Ups are an explosive push-up: you press up hard enough that your hands leave the floor briefly, then land softly and go into the next rep.

Land with soft elbows and a braced core — stiff landings jar the wrists and shoulders. Only attempt these when regular push-ups feel solid, and keep the sets short so the explosive form stays clean.

How to do it

1. Start in a strong plank.
2. Press up hard enough that your hands leave the floor briefly.
3. Land with soft elbows and a braced core — stiff landings jar the wrists and shoulders.
4. Go straight into the next rep.
5. Only attempt these when regular push-ups feel solid, and keep the sets short so the explosive form stays clean.

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General fitness information only, not medical advice. Stop if an exercise causes pain, and talk to a doctor before starting a new workout routine if you have a health condition.