Muscle Groups Involved
- There were no muscle groups associated with this exercise.
Category
Bodyweight
Highlights
- Brace your abs/core and shoulders before getting into position.
- Protract your shoulders (push them forwards) for stability.
- Keep your elbows in tight to your body.
- Keep your spine neutral - do not do
- Do not rest at the bottom or the top of the rep.
Description
The Close Grip Push Up, also known as diamond push ups due to the shape of the position of your hands, is a classic exercise for developing your triceps, chest and shoulders. Start in a plank posit
Common Mistakes
Be sure to maintain a neutral spine as failing to tighten your core will ma
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Pro Tips
Push through the bottom outside corner of the heel of your hand to increase
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Purpose
This compound exercise is great at prioritizing your triceps, inner chest,
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Form
Your palms should be 6-10 inches apart. Form a diamond shape with your inde
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Additional Names
Diamond Push Up
