3 forgotten triceps exercises for thicker arms

Three forgotten triceps exercises can help you build thicker arms. Original source: BOXROX.

Why it matters for push-ups

Strong triceps help you finish reps with a solid lockout and keep elbows stable during the descent. With better conditioning, you can push with more consistent form and recover between sets. That means more reps and steadier speed in push-up sequences as fatigue grows. Thickness in the triceps also improves elbow control and reduces compensations that limit your range of motion on demanding sets, making each rep feel steadier. That steadiness helps you maintain form under fatigue. It also reduces the risk of compensations that throw off your shoulder alignment. That translates into more energy for training blocks and steadier performance across sets.

Pushapp take

Today's plan fits into a simple PUSHapp routine. Add a short triceps block on push-up days and log the work with the push-up counter to see how arm strength relates to reps. Start with light volume to practice form, then add reps or slow tempo as you adapt. Keep the core braced and the shoulders away from the ears. Use notes in the app to see which variation helps you lock out more reliably and aim for a balanced week pairing push movements with targeted arm work. Track patterns over several sessions to guide your weekly plan. This approach keeps the plan simple and repeatable.

Try this

• Close grip pushups and diamond pushups, 3 x 6-12
• Bench dips and incline pushups, 2-3 x 6-10 Choose one of the two setups on a given push day and log how it affects your lockout. Track progress in the app and aim for a personal best on your next push-up block.

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Source: BOXROX. PUSHapp commentary is original and based on the public RSS summary.