Triceps Stretch

Also called overhead triceps stretch and tricep stretch.

Works

Triceps, plus lats

Equipment

Bodyweight

Level

Beginner

Type

Isolation

How to do it

Setup. Reach your hand behind your head, grasp your elbow and gently pull. Hold for 10 to 20 seconds, then switch sides.

Cues

• Hand behind the head, elbow up.
• Other hand pulls the elbow gently.
• Stand tall, ribs down.
• Hold 30 seconds each side.

Common mistakes

• Arching the back.
• Pulling hard on the elbow.

Where to start

A starting point, not a law. Pick a weight you could lift two or three more times than the top of the range. When every set hits the top of the range, add a little weight.

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