Close-Grip Push-Up

Primary muscle

Triceps

Also works

Chest

Pattern

Horizontal Push

Equipment

Floor Mat

Level

Beginner / Intermediate

Coaching cues

Hands shoulder-width, directly under your chest. Elbows brush your ribs the whole way down. Triceps do the work, not chest.

Orion Coach programs the Close-Grip Push-Up for you. Sets, reps, and load that adapt to your recovery, in real time.