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Close-grip Push-up against the wall

Intensity
8–15 reps
MET
3.5energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Triceps100%
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Drive through the base of your palms to fully extend both arms at the top.

  1. 1

    Stand facing a wall with your feet together, place your hands on the wall at chest level, closer than shoulder-width apart.

  2. 2

    Lean into the wall until your nose almost touches it, keeping your body straight.

  3. 3

    Push back to the starting position, focusing on using your triceps.

  4. 4

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Expert tip

Keep your elbows close to your body to maximize triceps engagement and prevent shoulder strain.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Hands positioned too wide apart
  • ✕Hips sagging below the shoulder line
  • ✕Bouncing off the wall with momentum
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