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band close-grip push-up

band close-grip push-up is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1

Place a band around your upper arms, just above the elbows.

Step 2

Assume a push-up position with your hands directly under your shoulders and your body in a straight line from head to heels.

Step 3

Bend your elbows and lower your chest towards the ground, keeping your elbows close to your sides.

Step 4

Push through your palms to extend your arms and return to the starting position.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

triceps

Secondary muscles

chestshoulders

Primary body parts

triceps

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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