Close-grip Medicine Ball Push-up
Muscle Groups: Chest, Triceps
Close-grip Medicine Ball Push-up focuses on Chest, Triceps, with Shoulders, Abs working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Close-grip Medicine Ball Push-up with proper form and technique.
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Start in a plank position with a medicine ball under your chest and hands placed close together on the ball.
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Lower your body towards the ball by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your sides.
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Push back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms while engaging your core.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Close-grip Medicine Ball Push-up safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels to avoid sagging or arching your back.
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Make sure your elbows stay tucked in by your sides to target your triceps effectively.
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Start with your knees on the ground if a full plank is too challenging for you.
Secondary Muscles
While Close-grip Medicine Ball Push-up primarily targets Chest, Triceps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Shoulders, Abs . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Close-grip Medicine Ball Push-up, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Close-grip Medicine Ball Push-up, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
