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How to do Narrow Push Up Hold

On the floorHoldIntermediate

Narrow Push Up Hold is a on the floor stretch for your triceps, shoulders and chest.

Step by step

  1. 1Start in a push-up position with hands shoulder-width apart.
  2. 2Lower your body halfway down, keeping elbows close to your sides.
  3. 3Distribute weight evenly between hands and feet.
  4. 4Hold this position.

What you should feel

Keep your elbows hugging in.

Form tips

  • Keep your hips level; avoid dropping or raising them too high.
  • Feel your arms and chest working.
  • Stay long from head to heels.

Make it easier

Drop your knees to the floor for a gentler hold.

Coming out of it

Slowly lower all the way down… and rest.

Muscles it works

Move slowly and stop if anything hurts. This is general guidance, not medical advice; check with a professional if you're injured or recovering.

Do Narrow Push Up Hold with a coach

In BendEase, a voice coach talks you into Narrow Push Up Hold, cues you through the hold, while the guided video shows you exactly how. It's built into routines for your triceps and shoulders.

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