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Animated demonstration of the close-grip push-up (on knees) exercise, targeting the Triceps using Body weight.

close-grip push-up (on knees)

Body part
Upper arms
Equipment
Body weight
Target muscle
Triceps
Secondary muscles
chestshoulders

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Start by getting on your hands and knees, with your hands shoulder-width apart and your knees hip-width apart.

  2. Step 2: Lower your upper body towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your sides.

  3. Step 3: Pause for a moment when your chest is just above the ground.

  4. Step 4: Push through your palms to straighten your arms and return to the starting position.

  5. Step 5: Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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