Hips rotate on every tap
Anti-rotation core fails; obliques can't resist the unilateral load.
Overactive muscles
TFLObliquesQuadratus lumborum
Corrective work
Foam RollTFL↗StretchQL side-bend stretch↗Push · Upper Body
Shoulder Tap Push-Up
Coaching cues
- Push-up position; perform one push-up then tap the opposite shoulder
- Hips stay completely level during the tap — massive stability demand
- Feet wider than hip-width for stability
- Alternate the tap side each rep
Common faults 2
Elbows flare wide on the push-up
Pec minor and anterior delt overload the push-up portion.
Overactive muscles
Pec majorAnterior deltoid
Corrective work
Foam RollPectorals↗StretchDoorway pec stretch↗