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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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