Bodyweight Overhead Triceps Extension
Step by step
How to perform
- Bend your elbows, lowering your hands behind your head, keeping your elbows as close to your ears as possible.
- Ensure your upper arms remain stationary and only your forearms move, this will effectively target your triceps.
- Slowly raise your hands back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms and squeezing your triceps at the top.
- Repeat this motion for the desired number of repetitions, making sure to keep your core engaged and back straight throughout the exercise.
Overview
About this exercise
The Bodyweight Overhead Triceps Extension is a highly effective exercise that targets and strengthens the triceps and other upper body muscles, offering a comprehensive workout without the need for gym equipment. This exercise is suitable for individuals of all fitness levels, from beginners to advanced athletes, due to its scalability and adaptability. People may choose this exercise for its convenience, the ability to perform it anywhere, and its proven results in toning and strengthening the upper body, particularly the arms.
Coaching cues
Form tips
This exercise is not about speed, but rather about controlled, steady movements. Lower your hands slowly behind your head, pause for a moment, and then return to the starting position. Avoid jerky movements, as they can lead to muscle strain and won't effectively target your triceps.
While the primary focus of this exercise is your triceps, you should also engage your core muscles to maintain balance and stability.
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