close-grip push-up (on knees)
close-grip push-up (on knees) — highlighted muscle: triceps

Muscles worked

triceps, chest, shoulders

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close-grip push-up (on knees)

Body part
upper arms
Equipment
body weight
Target muscle
triceps
Muscle group
chest

Secondary muscles

How to perform it

  1. 1

    Start by getting on your hands and knees, with your hands shoulder-width apart and your knees hip-width apart.

  2. 2

    Lower your upper body towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your sides.

  3. 3

    Pause for a moment when your chest is just above the ground.

  4. 4

    Push through your palms to straighten your arms and return to the starting position.

  5. 5

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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