Close-Grip Push-Up off of a Dumbbell

This bodyweight exercise uses a dumbbell for an additional challenge when doing the traditional push-up. Instead of using a dumbbell as resistance, this exercise challenges the body to balance on the dumbbell.

• This exercise works mostly on the upper body - the chest, shoulders, and triceps.
• This also requires the core to engage throughout the entire movement.
• This exercise also indirectly targets the glutes and the quads. To maintain a good form.
• This exercise is like diamond push-up but done on an upright dumbbell adding a balance challenge.

• This exercise is not recommended to individuals who are a bit overweight for this will put a ton of weight on their wrist.
• This is also not recommended to beginners who still cannot do the proper push-up on the floor.
• This exercise can injure the lower back if not properly executed.
• This exercise can also injure the the shoulders, elbows, and wrists if not properly executed.