Triceps exercises.Page 2
Pushdowns, extensions, and close-grip presses. Explore illustrated technique guides, muscles worked, and equipment options. Choose a movement below to see how to do it.
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Browse 22 exercisesTriceps exercises, explained
22 ways to move.
Find the one that fits.
Showing 21–22 of 22 exercises
Choose a movement you can repeat
Use this collection to compare setups before building your session. Open a technique guide to check the equipment, starting position, movement steps, and muscles involved. Similar exercises are alternatives, rather than a checklist to complete in one workout. Record your chosen variation and setup so you can compare the same movement when you return.
Technique mistakes to watch for
- Ignoring the triceps dose from bench and overhead pressing
- Using torso momentum instead of elbow extension
- Forcing an uncomfortable overhead position because a list calls it best
Frequently asked questions
What is a useful long-head triceps option?
An overhead cable or dumbbell extension is a practical option if the shoulder position is comfortable. Keep the dose modest and account for pressing elsewhere in your week.
Should I do every exercise on this list?
No. The list is an exercise menu. Start with the sample or a smaller dose that fits your current week. Similar alternatives replace a movement rather than adding every option to one workout.
How do I progress these exercises?
Record the same setup and actual completed reps. Build toward the upper rep target with consistent control, then try the smallest available load increase. Repeat or reduce work when the target or recovery is unsuitable.