Close Push-Up
Intermediate Difficulty
Dynamic Exercise
Muscles Involved
Primary Muscles
Pecs
Triceps
Secondary Muscles
Front Deltoids
Other Muscles
Biceps
Exercise Performance
Begin this technique in the same top position as Full Push-ups, but with the hands touching. From the straight arm start position, lower yourself until your chest gently touches the backs of your hands. Pause briefly before pressing back to the start position.
Progressions
Beginner - 1x5 Rep
Intermediate - 2x10 Rep
Master - 2x20 Rep