Triceps

[desperate housewife]

What does everyone do for their triceps?

Currently i am doing the weight behind the head and lifting it up, but its not giving me the results that I would like. I really could tell the difference in definition when I stopped doing gymnastics last year. Just doing casting and back hip circles would really work out my triceps and I had more definition.

Any suggestions?

[livewell]

This maybe simililar to what you are currently doing, no?

I like this one.

Tricep Dips


Sit on the edge of a bench with your hands on the edge next to your buttocks.
Slide your butt forward off the edge of the bench, bend your arms and drop your body down until your elbows are almost at 90 degrees. Then lift your body back up (but don't return your bottom to the bench until you've completed all 12 repetitions).

For an easier option, keep your feet on the ground with your legs bent. The intermediate option would have your legs straight out in front of you. The most challenging position is elevating your feet on another chair or bench.

Try the One-Arm Row!


Stand with your feet slightly wider than shoulder-width apart and with a slight bend in your knees.
Hold a dumbbell in your right hand.
Take a step forward with your left foot, bend your left knee, and lean forward from your waist about 45 degrees.

Place your left hand on your left thigh to support your back.
Extend your right arm down toward the floor.
Keep your abs tight and back flat as you exhale and pull the weight up toward your armpit, as if you were tugging on the starter to a lawn mower.
Inhale and lower.

To pinpoint the correct back muscle, retract your shoulder blades as you keep your elbow close to your body throughout the movement. You should feel the inside of your upper arm brush slightly against your ribs as you raise and lower the weight.

If you experience back discomfort, lean against a chair to release any pressure from your lower back.

Stand with your left palm against the seat of the chair, with your left leg forward and right leg back. Hold a weight in your right hand. Keep your abs tight and back flat as you exhale and pull the weight up toward your armpit, as if you were tugging.

And maybe check this out…
http://www.bodybuildingforyou.com/tr...s-exercise.htm

[desperate housewife]

ooh i forgot about dips. i am really going to do that one tonight! thanks!

[Sportsmedjosh]

There are a lot of exercises that utilize the tricep muscles and from what it sounds like you are only doing one exercise with maybe 3 sets from reading your other post. Doing a wide range of exercises is always a good thing and don't be afraid to 8-10 reps with 3-4 sets with heavier weight rather than 15-20 reps which you've prob read in a lot of mags like glamour.

[livewell]

Originally Posted by Sportsmedjosh

There are a lot of exercises that utilize the tricep muscles and from what it sounds like you are only doing one exercise with maybe 3 sets from reading your other post. Doing a wide range of exercises is always a good thing and don't be afraid to 8-10 reps with 3-4 sets with heavier weight rather than 15-20 reps which you've prob read in a lot of mags like glamour.

Ha! My brother told me something like that once when I was working out.
I told him to shut up...

[desperate housewife]

i see nothing wrong with trying new things, im excited about it.

[livewell]

Originally Posted by desperate housewife

i see nothing wrong with trying new things, im excited about it.

Lost in translation:doh
Miscommunication in my post:hearts
Coming from admin, it's great advice!:yes
Coming from my brother... you would tell my brother to shut up too!:eco
Sorry about the mix up.:bdance

[Sportsmedjosh]

its hard to listen to advice of people you know, or even train with people you know.

[livewell]

Originally Posted by Sportsmedjosh

its hard to listen to advice of people you know, or even train with people you know.

Especially a crazy Persian Indian man!!!
again-the pesky know it all brother of mine.:eco