Exercise technique

triceps stretch

A static stretch targeting the triceps and shoulders, performed by extending one arm overhead and gently pulling the elbow with the opposite hand.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Stand or sit upright with your back straight.
  2. Extend one arm overhead, bending it at the elbow.
  3. Place your opposite hand on the bent elbow and gently pull it towards your head.
  4. Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, feeling a gentle stretch in your triceps.
  5. Release the stretch and repeat on the other arm.

Which other muscles are involved?

Shoulders.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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