The Best Triceps Exercises
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Cable Machine with Rope Attachment
A triceps isolation movement that emphasizes the long head by placing the muscle in a stretched position over the head.
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A fundamental triceps movement that targets the long head by stretching it under load. It builds arm thickness and improves overhead stability.
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A classic triceps isolation exercise. It provides a peak contraction at the very end of the movement, making it ideal for shaping the back of the arm.
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A seated triceps exercise that isolates the arms by removing the use of the lower body. It emphasizes the long head for total arm thickness.
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A unilateral isolation movement that focuses on correcting triceps imbalances and allows for a greater mind-muscle connection.
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Also known as "skull crushers," this is a staple for building the triceps. Using dumbbells allows for a natural range of motion and saves the wrists.
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A classic unilateral overhead extension that focuses on the long head. It ensures both arms are developed equally in terms of strength and size.
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A staple triceps movement for building mass in the lateral head. The cable provides a smooth, consistent load for better muscle fiber recruitment.
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A triceps isolation movement that emphasizes the long head by placing it in a stretched position. The cable provides constant tension throughout.
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An isolation movement for the triceps. The lever ensures a strict path of motion, eliminating the use of other muscle groups.
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A triceps isolation movement focusing on the long head. The incline position places the triceps under a unique stretch for maximum muscle growth.
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A seated isolation exercise focusing on the long head of the triceps. The seated position prevents cheating and ensures maximal tension on the arms.
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