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Floor release push ups.
If you want an added challenge opt for a two point push up.
The standard push up is an effective movement if you re weak.
Regular push ups are for the weak.
In addition hand release push ups eliminate the constant tension of traditional push ups.
Since you never really rest during a set of traditional push ups the muscle groups involved are.
The structure of the movement and the fact that your scapulas are free to move instead of being smashed against a bench makes it a safer and mechanically correct exercise compared to the bench press.
Assume a standard push up position with wide feet then raise the opposite hand and leg to form a two point plank.
Hand release push ups are part of the army combat fitness test for a reason they re hard.