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band close-grip push-up

band close-grip push-up exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: triceps. Equipment: band.

band close-grip push-up exercise demonstration
Target muscle
triceps
Muscle group
chest
Body part
upper arms
Equipment
band

Secondary muscles

chest, shoulders

How to perform

  1. Place a band around your upper arms, just above the elbows.
  2. Assume a push-up position with your hands directly under your shoulders and your body in a straight line from head to heels.
  3. Bend your elbows and lower your chest towards the ground, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
  4. Push through your palms to extend your arms and return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.