triceps Exercises 13

  • Bench Press

    The bench press is a compound exercise that strengthens the chest, shoulders, and triceps. It builds upper body strength, enhances muscle mass, and improves pressing power.

    Upper body
    pectoralis major, triceps, deltoids

    Intermediate

  • Incline Dumbbell Press

    This exercise isolates the upper chest, shoulders, and triceps, making it ideal for developing strength and muscle mass in the upper body.

    Chest
    upper pectoralis major, anterior deltoids, triceps brachii

    Intermediate

  • Seated Dumbbell Press

    This exercise strengthens the shoulders and triceps by pressing dumbbells overhead in a stable, seated position. Ideal for improving upper body strength and stability.

    Shoulders
    deltoids, triceps brachii

    Intermediate

  • Push-Ups

    Push-ups are a versatile bodyweight exercise that builds strength in the chest, shoulders, and triceps while improving core stability. Ideal for beginners and advanced fitness enthusiasts alike.

    Chest
    pectoralis major, shoulders, triceps

    Beginner

  • Incline Bench Press

    The incline bench press targets the upper chest, shoulders, and triceps, enhancing strength and muscle development in the upper body. Perfect for a fuller chest appearance and increased pushing power.

    Chest
    pectoralis major (upper), anterior deltoids, triceps brachii

    Intermediate

  • Close-Grip Bench Press

    The close-grip bench press is a compound exercise that focuses on the triceps and chest, ideal for building upper body strength and muscle mass.

    Triceps Brachii, Pectoralis Major

    Intermediate

  • Skull Crushers

    Skull crushers are perfect for building triceps size and strength, especially the long head.

    Upper arm
    Triceps Brachii

    Intermediate

  • Overhead Tricep Extension

    The overhead tricep extension is an excellent isolation exercise for targeting the triceps, helping build strength and muscle definition.

    Upper arm
    Triceps brachii

    Beginner
    Intermediate

  • Tricep Dip

    A bodyweight staple for building strong triceps and upper body.

    Upper arm
    Triceps brachii

    Intermediate

  • Tricep Pushdown

    A great isolation exercise for strengthening and defining the triceps using a cable machine.

    Arms
    Triceps Brachii

    Beginner
    Intermediate

  • Cable Tricep Pushdown

    A classic isolation exercise for triceps that helps build arm strength and definition.

    Upper arm
    Triceps brachii

    Beginner

  • Rope Tricep Extension

    Rope tricep extensions help isolate the triceps, enhancing arm strength and size.

    Arms
    Triceps

    Beginner

  • Halo

    Halos are excellent for enhancing shoulder mobility and building upper body strength.

    Upper body
    Deltoids, Triceps, Upper Back

    Intermediate