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Close-Grip Push-up

Expert Advice

Keep your elbows close to your body to maximize triceps engagement and reduce the risk of shoulder injury.

How-to-do Steps

  1. Start in a plank position with your hands placed directly under your chest, fingers pointing forward.
  2. Lower your body towards the floor, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
  3. Push back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions while maintaining proper form.

Details

Primary
Triceps
Triceps50%
Secondary
Shoulders
Shoulders25%
Chest
Chest25%
50%Triceps25%Shoulders25%Chest
Equipment
Body weight
Body weight
Exercise Type
Strength