Standing Top Backhand Tap & Prayer Push
Improve posture & core strength with Standing Top Backhand Tap & Prayer Push. A simple yet effective upper body exercise!
The Standing Top Backhand Tap & Prayer Push mainly works the chest and back, with help from the traps. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Standing Top Backhand Tap & Prayer Push Muscles Worked
Primary
Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head); Lats (latissimus dorsi)
Secondary
Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior); Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers)
Standing Top Backhand Tap & Prayer Push Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Standing Top Backhand Tap & Prayer Push
Standing Top Backhand Tap and Backhand Prayer Push
Positioning:
Starting Position: Stand upright with your feet hip-width apart. Ensure your weight is evenly distributed on both feet.
Arm Position: Raise your arms above your head, palms pressed together in a prayer position (like a 'Namaste' pose). Your elbows should be slightly bent.
Shoulder Position: Relax your shoulders away from your ears to avoid tension.
Movement:
Backhand Tap:
Begin by lowering your arms down in front of your chest while keeping the palms pressed together.
Bring your hands towards your chest, bending your elbows and keeping your palms together. This is your backhand tap.
2. Return to Prayer Position:
From the backhand tap position, lift your arms again straight up above your head, returning to the prayer position.
Repeat Movement:
Continue the movement by alternating between the backhand tap and the prayer position.
Aim for a smooth and controlled motion, focusing on engaging your core and maintaining good posture throughout.
Key Points:
Breathe steadily during the exercise.
Keep your core engaged to stabilize your body.
Focus on a fluid transition between the two positions.
Repetitions:
Aim for 10-15 repetitions, resting as necessary.
Standing Top Backhand Tap & Prayer Push FAQs
What muscles does the Standing Top Backhand Tap & Prayer Push work?
The Standing Top Backhand Tap & Prayer Push mainly works the chest and back, with help from the traps. The main muscles are the pectoralis major and latissimus dorsi.
What equipment do you need for the Standing Top Backhand Tap & Prayer Push?
None. The Standing Top Backhand Tap & Prayer Push is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What workout day should the Standing Top Backhand Tap & Prayer Push go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Standing Top Backhand Tap & Prayer Push variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Baseball Hit, Prayer Push, Slight-Bend Top Cross-Over & Prayer Push and Alternating Standing Diagonal Prayer Push.
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