Standing Slight-Bend Back Top Clap
A fun, low-impact exercise! Improve coordination & flexibility with overhead and front claps. Great for all fitness levels!
The Standing Slight-Bend Back Top Clap mainly works the chest and shoulders, with help from the traps and triceps. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Standing Slight-Bend Back Top Clap Muscles Worked
Primary
Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head); Side Shoulder (lateral deltoid)
Secondary
Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers); Triceps (triceps brachii)
Standing Slight-Bend Back Top Clap Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Standing Slight-Bend Back Top Clap
Standing Slight Bent Top Clap Back Clap
Positioning
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart for a stable base.
Slightly bend your knees.
Keep your spine straight and engage your core.
Raise your arms up to shoulder height with your palms facing forward.
Movement
Clap your hands together above your head.
Lower your arms back to shoulder height while keeping your elbows slightly bent.
Clap your hands together at shoulder height.
Raise your arms back above your head again and repeat the clapping action.
Perform this sequence in a smooth and controlled manner.
Tips
Focus on maintaining good posture throughout the movement.
Avoid locking your knees.
Start with a slow tempo and gradually increase your speed as you become more comfortable with the movement.
Standing Slight-Bend Back Top Clap FAQs
What muscles does the Standing Slight-Bend Back Top Clap work?
The Standing Slight-Bend Back Top Clap mainly works the chest and shoulders, with help from the traps and triceps. The main muscles are the pectoralis major and lateral deltoid.
What equipment do you need for the Standing Slight-Bend Back Top Clap?
None. The Standing Slight-Bend Back Top Clap is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Standing Slight-Bend Back Top Clap variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Baseball Hit, Behind-Back Clap, Behind-Head Clap and Cheerleader Clap Backhand Swing.
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