Fitness Tips — Tricep Extensions

Tricep extensions, also known as skull crushers or lying tricep extensions, are a strength training exercise that primarily targets the triceps muscles on the back of the upper arms. Triceps Extension Benefits Isolates and strengthens the triceps. Builds upper body pushing strength. Can be progressed to heavier weights over time. Helps develop overall arm size and definition. Triceps Extension Muscle Worked 1. Triceps Brachii The triceps brachii is the main muscle targeted during the triceps extension. This large three-headed muscle on the back of the upper arm is responsible for extending the elbow joint.During the triceps extension, the triceps brachii...