Body Triceps Press
Differentiation: Mechanics
This variation of a Tricep Press is unique. Here is how: you lean onto a Smith Machine bar at about a 60-degree angle | and flex your triceps | in order to push your body weight above the bar. This position allows you to work against gravity | to tone and increase the endurance of your triceps muscles.
Starting Position
To get into starting position, do this...
1) Locate a Smith Machine.
2) Position the Smith Bar and swivel hooks at hip height.
3) Load plates onto the Olympic Bar.
4) Stand facing the Smith machine.
5) Grasp the bar with your hands spread about shoulder-width apart - with your palms facing down.
6) Step backward away from the bar until you are leaning on the bar at about a 60-degree angle.
7) ...keeping your arms extended straight in front of you.
8) Straighten your body.
Main Mechanics
Once in starting position, do this...
1) This is the starting position.
2) Exhale as you bend at the shoulders to lower yourself
3) ...until your torso is slightly below the bar.
4) This is the ending position.
5) Hold this position for a count of one second.
6) Then, inhale as you straighten your arms and push your body away from the bar.
7) Repeat reps for a full set.
Proper Form
Pay special attention to following proper form by...
Keep your body straight.
Focus on emphasizing the pushing movement in your triceps.
Gear Advice
For your hands, we encourage you to use weightlifting chalk on your hands.
Gear You'll Need
| Brand | Product | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Weightlifting Chalk | $11.15 |
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Tip
You can increase the level of difficulty by angling your body different ways.