Close-hands Push-up
Muscle Groups: Chest, Triceps
Close-hands Push-up focuses on Chest, Triceps, with Abs, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Close-hands Push-up with proper form and technique.
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Start on your hands and knees. Place your hands close together under your chest, fingers pointing forward.
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Engage your core and straighten your legs, balancing on your toes in a plank position.
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Lower your body towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your sides.
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Push back up to the starting plank position while maintaining a straight line from head to heels.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Close-hands Push-up safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your elbows tucked in to avoid shoulder strain.
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Engage your core to prevent your hips from sagging.
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Do not let your back arch; maintain a straight line from head to toes.
Secondary Muscles
While Close-hands Push-up primarily targets Chest, Triceps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs, Shoulders . 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-hands 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-hands 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.
