Close-Grip Push-Up
Step 1 - Start in push-up position with hands closer than shoulder-width apart
Step 2 - Keep your elbows close to your sides as you lower your chest to the floor
Step 3 - Push back up to starting position, focusing on tricep engagement
Step 4 - Maintain a straight body line throughout the movement
Recommended Sets & Time:
Beginner: 2-3 sets of 3-8 reps, 60 seconds rest
Intermediate: 3-4 sets of 8-12 reps, 45 seconds rest
Advanced: 4-5 sets of 12-18 reps, 30 seconds rest
What to Focus On:
Tricep emphasis - You should feel this more in the back of your arms than regular push-ups
Elbow positioning - Keep your elbows tucked close to your body throughout the movement
Core stability - Maintain that straight plank position from head to heels
Controlled breathing - Inhale as you lower down, exhale as you push up
Modifications:
Easier: Perform close-grip push-ups from your knees instead of your toes
Harder: Elevate your feet on a chair while maintaining the close-grip hand position
