The Best Triceps Exercises

Top Exercises

Dumbbell One Arm Kickback

Beginner / Dumbbells / Triceps / isolation

A unilateral triceps isolation exercise that allows for perfect focus on the mind-muscle connection and fixes strength imbalances.

Dumbbell Lying One Arm Pronated Triceps Extension

Intermediate / Dumbbells / Triceps / isolation

A unilateral triceps isolation exercise using an overhand grip to target the lateral head and improve arm definition.

Dumbbell Lying One Arm Supinated Triceps Extension

Intermediate / Dumbbells / Triceps / isolation

A unilateral variation using an underhand grip to target the medial head of the triceps for complete arm development.

Dumbbell Lying Triceps Extension

Beginner / Dumbbells / Triceps / isolation

Also known as "dumbell skull crushers," this is a staple movement for building the back of the arms. It allows for a greater range of motion than a barbell.

Dumbbell Lying Triceps Extension on Floor

Beginner / Dumbbells / Triceps / isolation

A safe and effective way to isolate the triceps. The floor provides a natural stop that prevents overstretching the shoulder joint.

Dumbbell Lying Extension

Beginner / Dumbbells / Triceps / isolation

A primary triceps builder. Performing extensions with dumbbells allows for a natural range of motion and prevents wrist strain often caused by barbells.

Dumbbell Lying Alternate Extension

Beginner / Dumbbells / Triceps / isolation

A "skull crusher" variation that isolates each tricep independently, helping to fix strength imbalances and increase time under tension.

Dumbbell Incline Two Arm Extension

Beginner / Dumbbells / Triceps / isolation

A heavy triceps builder targeting the long head. Using two dumbbells on an incline allows for a natural range of motion and intense tension.

Dumbbell Kickback

Beginner / Dumbbells / Triceps / isolation

A classic triceps isolation exercise. It provides a peak contraction at full extension, making it ideal for defining the back of the arm.

Dumbbell Incline Triceps Extension

Beginner / Dumbbells / Triceps / isolation

A triceps isolation movement performed on an incline bench to place the long head under a significant stretch, promoting superior hypertrophy and muscle length.