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Push-Ups - Close Triceps Position

Primary
Triceps
Secondary
Chest, Shoulders
Equipment
Bodyweight
Level
intermediate

Push-Ups - Close Triceps Position demonstration

Push-Ups - Close Triceps Position, starting position
Push-Ups - Close Triceps Position, starting position
Push-Ups - Close Triceps Position, finishing position
Push-Ups - Close Triceps Position, finishing position

How to Perform

  1. 1Lie on the floor face down and place your hands closer than shoulder width for a close hand position. Make sure that you are holding your torso up at arms' length.
  2. 2Lower yourself until your chest almost touches the floor as you inhale.
  3. 3Using your triceps and some of your pectoral muscles, press your upper body back up to the starting position and squeeze your chest. Breathe out as you perform this step.
  4. 4After a second pause at the contracted position, repeat the movement for the prescribed amount of repetitions.

Video Tutorial

Tips & Common Mistakes

  • •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
  • •Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
  • •Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
  • •As a compound movement, this exercise works multiple muscle groups efficiently

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
TricepsChestShoulders

Exercise Details

Category
Strength
Force
push
Mechanic
compound
Level
intermediate

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Push-Ups - Close Triceps Position work?

Push-Ups - Close Triceps Position primarily targets the Triceps. It also works the Chest, Shoulders as secondary muscles.

What equipment do I need for Push-Ups - Close Triceps Position?

Push-Ups - Close Triceps Position requires Bodyweight.

Is Push-Ups - Close Triceps Position suitable for beginners?

Push-Ups - Close Triceps Position is classified as intermediate level. Beginners should master foundational movements first.

Alternatives to Push-Ups - Close Triceps Position

Substitute any of these when the equipment is taken or unavailable. They train the same primary muscles.