Maximizing Triceps Growth: The Best Exercise to Target the Long Head

💪The long head of the triceps is responsible for the most size in your arm and needs to be trained effectively.

🔥Exercises like Bench Dips, Tricep Dips, and Dumbbell Kickbacks fully target the tricep long head.

🔁The function of the medial lateral head of the triceps is to extend the elbow, while the long head requires a flexed elbow and arm behind the body.

💡Changing the angle of the cable and positioning the body correctly can provide a good stretch on the tricep long head.

🤝Proper grip and wrist position during exercises ensure maximum tension on the triceps.

Which head of the triceps is responsible for the most arm size?

—The long head of the triceps is responsible for the most arm size.

What exercises target the tricep long head effectively?

—Exercises like Bench Dips, Tricep Dips, and Dumbbell Kickbacks fully target the tricep long head.

What is the function of the medial lateral head of the triceps?

—The function of the medial lateral head of the triceps is to extend the elbow.

How can I effectively stretch the tricep long head?

—Changing the angle of the cable and positioning the body correctly can provide a good stretch on the tricep long head.

What is the importance of grip and wrist position during tricep exercises?

—Proper grip and wrist position ensure maximum tension on the triceps.

00:01Training triceps effectively requires targeting the long head, responsible for the most arm size.

00:18The function of the medial lateral head is to extend the elbow, while the long head needs a flexed elbow and arm behind the body.

01:32Exercises like Bench Dips, Tricep Dips, and Dumbbell Kickbacks fully target the tricep long head.

03:28Changing the angle of the cable and body positioning provides a good stretch on the tricep long head.

04:06Proper grip and wrist position ensure maximum tension on the triceps during exercises.

05:58Avoid exercises that don't effectively target the tricep long head and choose better alternatives.

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