The Triceps extend the elbow and known for its pushing movement. The Triceps are made up of three parts. A long head which originates at the Scapula, a lateral head which originates at the back of the arm (Humerus) and the short head which originates on the Humerus a little lower than the lateral head.
Top 5 Tricep Exercises
Skull Crushers (lying barbell tricep extension)
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lying barbell tricep extension on bench
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Cable Tricep Extension with V-Bar
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tricep pressdown with v bar
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Dumbbell Tricep Kick-Backs
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1 arm dumbbell tricep extension leaning on bench
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Lying Dumbbell Tricep Extension
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lying dumbbell tricep extension
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Seated Over-Head Dumbbell Extension
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seated 1 dumbbell tricep extension
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