Standing Elbow Clap vs Standing Elbow Touch
Which one fits your Triceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log Standing Elbow Clap more often — 234 sessions vs 114. Compare Triceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Standing Elbow Clap and Standing Elbow Touch and pick the one that fits your Triceps workout.
Standing Elbow Clap vs Standing Elbow Touch: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Standing Elbow Clap more often — 234 sessions compared to 114 for Standing Elbow Touch.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Standing Elbow Clap and Standing Elbow Touch differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Standing Elbow Clap and Standing Elbow Touch Differ
| What differs | Standing Elbow Clap | Standing Elbow Touch |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 234 sessions | 114 sessions |
How to Do Standing Elbow Clap
Standing Elbow Clap Muscles Worked: Triceps
Form
- 1. Stand and stretch your arms forward, bringing your palms together.
- 2. Bend your elbows and clap in front of you.
- 3. Slowly extend your arms back to the original position.
Coach's Tips
- Please be careful not to let your elbows flare out excessively.
For a full Standing Elbow Clap guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Standing Elbow Clap exercise guide.
How to Do Standing Elbow Touch
Standing Elbow Touch Muscles Worked: Triceps
Form
- 1. Stand and raise your arms above your head.
- 2. Bend your elbows so that your hands go behind you.
- 3. Stretch while bringing your elbows together.
Coach's Tips
- Be careful not to bend your waist excessively while resting your elbows.
For a full Standing Elbow Touch guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Standing Elbow Touch exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Triceps, Standing Elbow Clap or Standing Elbow Touch?
Planfit users log Standing Elbow Clap more often — 234 sessions against 114 for Standing Elbow Touch. Both train Triceps, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Standing Elbow Clap and Standing Elbow Touch need?
Standing Elbow Clap needs bodyweight only, and Standing Elbow Touch needs bodyweight only.
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