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Close Grip Push Up Strength Standards for Men and Women
Discover how your Close Grip Push Up performance compares to others and set new strength goals. Use our calculator to find your level and get personalized improvement tips.
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Calculate Your Close Grip Push Up Strength
Close Grip Push Up Rep Standards
Compare your Close Grip Push Up performance to these reps standards and see where you stand.
| Level | Reps |
|---|---|
| Beginner | < 1 |
| Novice | 10 |
| Intermediate | 31 |
| Advanced | 57 |
| Elite | 86 |
Close Grip Push Up Standards by Bodyweight
Find the Close Grip Push Up strength standards for your specific body weight.| Bodyweight | Beginner | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110 lbs | < 1 | 9 | 32 | 61 | 94 |
| 120 lbs | < 1 | 10 | 32 | 60 | 91 |
| 130 lbs | < 1 | 11 | 33 | 59 | 89 |
| 140 lbs | < 1 | 12 | 33 | 58 | 87 |
| 150 lbs | < 1 | 12 | 32 | 57 | 84 |
| 160 lbs | < 1 | 12 | 32 | 56 | 82 |
| 170 lbs | < 1 | 13 | 32 | 55 | 80 |
| 180 lbs | < 1 | 13 | 32 | 54 | 78 |
| 190 lbs | < 1 | 13 | 31 | 52 | 76 |
| 200 lbs | < 1 | 13 | 31 | 51 | 74 |
| 210 lbs | < 1 | 13 | 30 | 50 | 72 |
| 220 lbs | < 1 | 13 | 30 | 49 | 70 |
| 230 lbs | < 1 | 13 | 29 | 48 | 69 |
| 240 lbs | < 1 | 13 | 29 | 47 | 67 |
| 250 lbs | < 1 | 12 | 28 | 46 | 65 |
| 260 lbs | < 1 | 12 | 27 | 45 | 64 |
| 270 lbs | < 1 | 12 | 27 | 44 | 63 |
| 280 lbs | < 1 | 12 | 26 | 43 | 61 |
| 290 lbs | < 1 | 12 | 26 | 42 | 60 |
| 300 lbs | < 1 | 11 | 25 | 41 | 58 |
| 310 lbs | < 1 | 11 | 25 | 40 | 57 |
| Bodyweight | Beginner | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 lbs | < 1 | < 1 | 10 | 32 | 58 |
| 100 lbs | < 1 | < 1 | 12 | 34 | 59 |
| 110 lbs | < 1 | < 1 | 14 | 35 | 60 |
| 120 lbs | < 1 | < 1 | 16 | 36 | 59 |
| 130 lbs | < 1 | < 1 | 17 | 37 | 59 |
| 140 lbs | < 1 | 3 | 18 | 37 | 59 |
| 150 lbs | < 1 | 4 | 18 | 37 | 58 |
| 160 lbs | < 1 | 5 | 19 | 37 | 57 |
| 170 lbs | < 1 | 6 | 19 | 37 | 56 |
| 180 lbs | < 1 | 6 | 19 | 37 | 55 |
| 190 lbs | < 1 | 7 | 20 | 36 | 55 |
| 200 lbs | < 1 | 7 | 20 | 36 | 54 |
| 210 lbs | < 1 | 7 | 20 | 35 | 53 |
| 220 lbs | < 1 | 7 | 20 | 35 | 52 |
| 230 lbs | < 1 | 8 | 19 | 35 | 51 |
| 240 lbs | < 1 | 8 | 19 | 34 | 50 |
| 250 lbs | < 1 | 8 | 19 | 34 | 49 |
| 260 lbs | < 1 | 8 | 19 | 33 | 48 |
Close Grip Push Up Standards by Age
Discover how Close Grip Push Up strength standards vary across different age groups.| Age | Beginner | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | < 1 | 6 | 23 | 45 | 70 |
| 20 | < 1 | 10 | 31 | 56 | 84 |
| 25 | < 1 | 11 | 32 | 58 | 87 |
| 30 | < 1 | 11 | 32 | 58 | 87 |
| 35 | < 1 | 11 | 32 | 58 | 87 |
| 40 | < 1 | 11 | 32 | 58 | 87 |
| 45 | < 1 | 10 | 29 | 53 | 81 |
| 50 | < 1 | 8 | 26 | 48 | 74 |
| 55 | < 1 | 5 | 21 | 43 | 66 |
| 60 | < 1 | 2 | 17 | 36 | 58 |
| 65 | < 1 | < 1 | 13 | 30 | 50 |
| 70 | < 1 | < 1 | 9 | 24 | 42 |
| 75 | < 1 | < 1 | 6 | 19 | 34 |
| 80 | < 1 | < 1 | 2 | 14 | 28 |
| 85 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 10 | 22 |
| 90 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 7 | 17 |
| Age | Beginner | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | < 1 | < 1 | 11 | 30 | 52 |
| 20 | < 1 | < 1 | 16 | 38 | 63 |
| 25 | < 1 | < 1 | 17 | 40 | 66 |
| 30 | < 1 | < 1 | 17 | 40 | 66 |
| 35 | < 1 | < 1 | 17 | 40 | 66 |
| 40 | < 1 | < 1 | 17 | 40 | 66 |
| 45 | < 1 | < 1 | 15 | 36 | 61 |
| 50 | < 1 | < 1 | 12 | 32 | 55 |
| 55 | < 1 | < 1 | 10 | 28 | 49 |
| 60 | < 1 | < 1 | 7 | 23 | 42 |
| 65 | < 1 | < 1 | 4 | 18 | 35 |
| 70 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 13 | 29 |
| 75 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 9 | 23 |
| 80 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 6 | 17 |
| 85 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 2 | 13 |
| 90 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 9 |
Close Grip Push Up Overview
A highly effective bodyweight exercise that targets the triceps, chest, and shoulders by utilizing a close hand placement to increase muscle activation and enhance upper body strength.
Muscles Worked
Equipment Needed
None
How To Perform the Close Grip Push Up
- Start in a standard push-up position with your hands placed directly under your shoulders, thumbs and index fingers forming a triangle.
- Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels, engaging your core throughout the movement.
- Inhale as you lower your chest towards your hands by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your body.
- Lower yourself until your chest nearly touches your hands, maintaining a controlled movement.
- Exhale as you push back up to the starting position by extending your elbows, ensuring your body remains straight.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Want to perfect your form? Check out our detailed guide on Close Grip Push Up for proper technique and tips.
Pro Tips for Close Grip Push Up
- Ensure your body forms a straight line from head to heels to maintain proper form.
- Keep your elbows close to your body throughout the movement to maximize tricep engagement.
- Avoid letting your hips sag or pike up; engage your core to maintain stability.
- If you're a beginner, perform the exercise on your knees to reduce the difficulty.