Triceps:
To tone the backs of the arms and build shapely curves, try the triceps kickback. Place one hand on a bench, leaning forward with a flat back. Hold the dumbbell in your other hand, elbow flexed and held close to your body. Slowly extend the arm behind until the arm is parallel with the floor, palm facing your torso. Hold briefly, then slowly return to starting position.
Do:
- Keep your head in line with your spine, and the spine neutral
- Keep your elbow in line with your shoulder
- Hold briefly at the top of the movement.
- Keep your back flat – do not arch.
- Use slow, controlled movements
Don't:
- Use body momentum to raise the weight
- Hyperextend the neck or lower back
- Raise higher than parallel to the floor
- Drop your elbow during the movement.
