Band Close Grip Push-Up
Description
The band close grip push-up adds a resistance band wrapped across the back during a close grip push-up. The band provides accommodating resistance, getting harder near the lockout where the triceps are strongest. The narrow hand position emphasizes the triceps over the chest.
Equipment Required
Band Close Grip Push-Up Instructions
- Wrap a resistance band across your upper back, holding the ends in your hands.
- Get into a push-up position with hands closer than shoulder-width.
- Position your hands directly under your shoulders.
- Brace your core and keep your body in a straight line.
- Bend your elbows to lower your chest toward the floor.
- Keep your elbows tucked close to your ribs.
- Press through your hands to drive back up.
- Lock out the elbows at the top against the band tension.
Band Close Grip Push-Up Form & Visual
Band Close Grip Push-Up Benefits
- Builds triceps strength
- Accommodating resistance overloads the lockout
- Easy to scale by changing band tension
- Develops chest and triceps together
- Strong tricep finisher
- No bench needed
Band Close Grip Push-Up Muscles Worked
- Triceps brachii
- Pectoralis major
- Front deltoid
Band Close Grip Push-Up Variations & Alternatives
- Close Grip Push-Up
- Diamond Push-Up
- Banded Push-Up
- Triceps Push-Up
