EXERCISE PROFILE
- MAIN MUSCLES: Triceps
- SECONDARY MUSCLES: Chest
- EXERCISE CATEGORY: Strength
- EXERCISE TYPE: Basic-(Multi-Joint)
- EQUIPMENT REQUIRED: Bench
- EXPERIENCE LEVEL: Beginner, Mid-level
EXERCISE INSTRUCTION
- Stand with your back to the bench, put your hands on it, fingers forward.
- The location of the brushes is shoulder-width apart. Keep your back straight throughout all stages of the exercise. The head is raised, the gaze is directed forward.
- Place your legs on the opposite bench or on the floor, they can be bent or straightened. Press against the surface with your heels.
- As you inhale, gently lower yourself down, bending your elbows to a right angle. Do not spread your elbows to the sides.
- As you exhale, return to the starting position, without jerking, straining the triceps.
- You can stay at the bottom point for a couple of seconds.