Triceps
The three-headed muscle on the back of the upper arm responsible for elbow extension.
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The triceps brachii has three heads: long, lateral, and medial. They make up about two-thirds of upper arm size, so tricep development is crucial for big arms. Pressing movements like bench press and overhead press work triceps, while extensions and dips provide targeted training. The long head crosses the shoulder joint and benefits from overhead work.
Examples
- Close-grip bench press for triceps
- Overhead extensions target the long head
- Tricep pushdowns isolate the triceps
Exercises that train the triceps
71 exercises in the library target the triceps as their primary muscle.
Close-Grip Push-Up off of a Dumbbell
Strength · Bodyweight
Decline Close-Grip Bench To Skull Crusher
Strength · Barbell
Decline Dumbbell Triceps Extension
Strength · Dumbbell
Decline EZ Bar Triceps Extension
Strength · Barbell
Dip Machine
Strength · Machine
Dips - Triceps Version
Strength · Bodyweight
Dumbbell Floor Press
Powerlifting · Dumbbell
Dumbbell One-Arm Triceps Extension
Strength · Dumbbell
Common questions
What is Triceps?
The three-headed muscle on the back of the upper arm responsible for elbow extension. The triceps brachii has three heads: long, lateral, and medial.
What exercises train the Triceps?
Good options include Close-Grip Push-Up off of a Dumbbell, Decline Close-Grip Bench To Skull Crusher, Decline Dumbbell Triceps Extension, Decline EZ Bar Triceps Extension, Dip Machine. Each links to a step-by-step guide with demonstration images.
What are examples of Triceps?
Close-grip bench press for triceps; Overhead extensions target the long head; Tricep pushdowns isolate the triceps.
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