Lying Triceps Press

Learn how to perform the Lying Triceps Press, a intermediate exercise that targets the triceps using e-z curl bar. Includes step-by-step instructions.

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Starting position of Lying Triceps Press
Starting position of Lying Triceps Press
Ending position of Lying Triceps Press
Ending position of Lying Triceps Press

Instructions

  1. Lie on a flat bench with either an e-z bar (my preference) or a straight bar placed on the floor behind your head and your feet on the floor.
  2. Grab the bar behind you, using a medium overhand (pronated) grip, and raise the bar in front of you at arms length. Tip: The arms should be perpendicular to the torso and the floor. The elbows should be tucked in. This is the starting position.
  3. As you breathe in, slowly lower the weight until the bar lightly touches your forehead while keeping the upper arms and elbows stationary.
  4. At that point, use the triceps to bring the weight back up to the starting position as you breathe out.
  5. Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

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