Triceps · Machine

Machine Tricep Press

Beginner

Elbows stay tucked. Control pushdown. Great for high reps to failure.

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Follow the written setup and technique cues below.

1
Start Pose
Seated, handles at chest level
Elbows tucked at sides
Core braced, back flat
2
Finish Pose
Press to full extension
Squeeze triceps at lockout
Control the return to starting position
Training Cues
✓Keep elbows stationary and tucked
✓Full extension every rep
✓Control the eccentric phase
Watch For This
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Elbows flaring during the press
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Partial reps
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Using body momentum

💪 Primary Muscles

● PRIMARY
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Triceps

Triceps

Primary
Triceps Brachii

Pro Tip

Machines allow safe training to failure — great for the last set of your tricep session.

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