tricepsband
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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