Close-Grip Push-Up off of a Dumbbell

This one's a tough little burner. Putting your paws on a dumbbell keeps your hands close and the tension locked in on your triceps. You'll feel it right away through your arms and chest - great if you're short on equipment but still want to build serious upper-body strength. Just keep your form tight and your core braced.

Instructions

1. Place a dumbbell on the floor and position yourself in a high plank with hands placed close together on the dumbbell.
2. Ensure your body forms a straight line from head to heels.
3. Lower your body by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your body.
4. Lower until your chest is close to the dumbbell, then press back up to the starting position.
5. Repeat for the desired number of reps.

Benefits

• Strengthens the triceps, chest, and shoulders.
• Improves core stability.
• Can be performed with minimal equipment.

Key Points

• Keep your elbows close to your body.
• Maintain a straight line from head to heels.
• Engage your core throughout the exercise.
• Breathe in while lowering and out while pushing up.

Common Mistakes

• Allowing elbows to flare out.
• Sagging or arching the back.
• Not keeping a straight body line.
• Rushing through reps without proper form.