Shoulder Taps

BodyweightBeginnerIsolationEach side
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Quick answer

Shoulder Taps is a beginner isolation bodyweight exercise that mainly works the abs, with the shoulders, glutes and quads assisting.

Written by the GymStreak coaching team

Muscles worked

Front
Back

Primary

How to do Shoulder Taps

  1. 1

    Start on the ground in the push up position with your arms straight. This is your starting position.

  2. 2

    Slowly raise your right hand off the ground and tap it on your left shoulder. Make sure you keep your legs and back straight. Your weight should be supported left your left hand at this position.

  3. 3

    Carefully return to the starting position.

  4. 4

    Repeat the action on the other side.

Form cues

  • Keep your core tight and back straightened throughout the exercise.

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