Tuesday, November 27, 2012

The Bodyweight Workout Routine- What is a Launch Up?

Also known as a clapping push up or a plyometric push up, the launch up is a pushup in which your hands leave the ground on the upward thrust. You are literally launching your body into the air.

This is a plyometric exercise that really gives some explosive power to your arms, chest, and shoulders, which is a perfect bodyweight workout routine for boxers who need that quick, powerful jab.

If you have weak elbows or aren't in the best physical condition, please don't try this exercise yet. Start with a regular pushup and work your way up to the plyometric push up.

Here's a video showing the launch up in motion:

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