Triceps · Body weight · Intermediate

How to do Close-grip Push-up Contracted

The close-grip push-up is a bodyweight exercise that primarily targets the triceps, with secondary emphasis on the chest and shoulders. It is performed by placing the hands close together under the shoulders and performing a push-up while keeping the elbows close to the body.

Close-grip Push-up Contracted demonstration
Primary muscle
Triceps
Also works
Chest and Shoulders
Equipment
Body weight
Level
Intermediate
Category
Triceps

How to do Close-grip Push-up Contracted, step by step

  1. Start in a high plank position with your hands placed close together, directly under your shoulders.
  2. Engage your core and lower your body towards the ground, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
  3. Push through your palms to extend your arms and return to the starting position.
  4. contracted variation Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Close-grip Push-up Contracted works your triceps as the main mover, with help from your chest and shoulders.

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