# Close Band Push-Up

URL: https://heatsy.app/ex/close-band-push-up

Also known as: Close Band Pushup, Close Band Press-Up, Close Resistance Band Push-Up, Close-Grip Band Push-Up, Narrow Band Push-Up

Variation of: [Band Push-Up](https://heatsy.app/ex/band-push-up)

Body region: Chest, Arms, Core

## Equipment

- Resistance Band

## Technique

1. Anchor the band across your upper back and under both hands on the floor.
2. Place the hands directly under the chest, a little closer than shoulder width.
3. Lower with the elbows brushing along the ribs, then press back up to full extension.

### Cues

- Keep elbows tight to the body to bias the triceps.

### Common mistakes

- Letting the elbows flare out.
- Dropping the hips as the hands come together.

## Alternatives

- [Push-Up](https://heatsy.app/ex/push-up)
- [Weighted Push-Up](https://heatsy.app/ex/weighted-push-up)