Although gyms everywhere are full of recreational lifters doing bicep curls all over the gym, an educated bodybuilder knows that the triceps is responsible for impressive, large arms. So, here are the three best exercises for your triceps you should include in your workout routine.
Skullcrushers
An exercise that will push your triceps to its very limits, skullcrushers are a must in every workout routine that includes arms.
- Grab an EZ bar and lie on the bench, holding the bar with a close grip.
- Lift the bar with your arms until they are straight and the bar is right above your chest. This is you starting position.
- Keep your upper arms still, bend your arms in the elbows and lower the bar to your forehead.
- Lift back to the starting position.
Dips
In addition to working your triceps, this exercise can also target your chest. Here’s how you do it:
- Find the parallel bars used for dips and hoist yourself up, keeping your arms straight.
- Bend your knees slightly and keep your ankles crossed.
- Slowly lower yourself by bending your arms in the elbows until your arm and forearm form a 90 degree angle.
- Explode up using your triceps.
Close-Grip Bench Press
One of the best exercises for your triceps, the close-grip bench press will also work your core and chest.
- Lie on the bench like you would for a regular bench press.
- Grab the bar with a narrow grip.
- Slowly lower it to the middle of your chest, keeping your elbows close to the torso.
- Explode up using your triceps.
Conclusion
So, there you go – the best exercises for your triceps. Introduce these to your workouts and you’re one step closer to having the impressive arm size you’re looking for.
