Triceps Stretch
How to do the Triceps Stretch with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.
Triceps
Lats
Bodyweight
How to do the Triceps Stretch
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Reach your hand behind your head, grasp your elbow and gently pull. Hold for 10 to 20 seconds, then switch sides.
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Where the Triceps Stretch fits
The Triceps Stretch shows up in training built around a specific goal. See how it fits:
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Triceps Stretch: common questions
What muscles does the Triceps Stretch work?
The Triceps Stretch primarily works the Triceps. It also recruits the Lats as supporting muscles.
Is the Triceps Stretch suitable for beginners?
Yes. The Triceps Stretch is a beginner-level exercise, so it's a solid choice if you're new to training. Start light and focus on the movement pattern before adding load.
What equipment do I need for the Triceps Stretch?
None. The Triceps Stretch is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it without any equipment.
Is the Triceps Stretch a compound or isolation exercise?
The Triceps Stretch is an isolation exercise, it targets the triceps through a single joint, which makes it useful for focused, targeted work.
How do I do the Triceps Stretch with correct form?
Reach your hand behind your head, grasp your elbow and gently pull. Hold for 10 to 20 seconds, then switch sides. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.
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