# Close-Grip Push-Up

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

Also known as: Narrow Push-Up, Close Push-Up, Close Triceps Push-Up, Triceps Push-Up, Close-Grip Press-Up

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

Body region: Chest, Arms, Core

## Technique

1. Place your hands on the floor under your chest, a little narrower than shoulder width.
2. Straighten the legs behind you and brace so the body forms a straight line.
3. Lower your chest toward your hands, keeping the elbows close to your sides.
4. Press the floor away until your arms are straight.

### Cues

- Elbows travel back along the ribs, not out.
- Keep the neck in line with the spine.
- Spread the fingers and keep the wrists comfortable.

### Common mistakes

- Sagging hips.
- Letting the elbows flare out.
- Placing the hands so close that the wrists hurt.

## Variations

- [Wide-Grip Push-Up](https://heatsy.app/ex/wide-grip-push-up)