medicine ball close grip push up
A upper arms exercise targeting the triceps, performed with medicine ball.
How to do medicine ball close grip push up
Start in a high plank position with your hands on the medicine ball, shoulder-width apart.
Lower your body towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your sides.
Push back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary (target)
Secondary
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