Overhead Triceps

Overhead Triceps is an effective exercise for strengthening and stretching the tricep muscles. It is done by sitting upright on the floor with a partner behind you. You then raise one arm straight up and flex the elbow, attempting to touch your hand to your back. Your partner should hold your elbow and wrist in this starting position. You then attempt to extend the arm straight into the air as your partner prevents you from actually doing so. This exercise should be held for 10-20 seconds before allowing your partner to further stretch the tricep by applying gentle pressure to the wrist. Hold for another 10-20 seconds, and then switch sides. Overhead Triceps is a great way to build strength and flexibility in the tricep muscles.

1. Begin by sitting upright on the floor with your partner positioned behind you.
2. Raise one arm straight up in the air and flex the elbow, trying to touch your hand to your back. Your partner should hold your elbow and wrist to help you maintain this position. This will serve as your starting position.
3. Next, try to extend your arm straight up towards the ceiling while your partner resists your movement, preventing you from fully extending your arm.
4. Hold this position for 10-20 seconds, focusing on engaging your tricep muscles.
5. After the allotted time, relax your arm and allow your partner to gently stretch your tricep further by applying slight pressure to your wrist.
6. Maintain this stretch for another 10-20 seconds, feeling the gentle pull in your tricep muscle.
7. Finally, switch sides and repeat the exercise with your other arm.

1. Always warm up before starting the exercise to prevent muscle strains or injuries.
2. Make sure to have a partner who can provide proper support and assistance throughout the exercise.
3. Communicate with your partner to ensure they understand how much resistance to provide during the exercise.
4. Start with a comfortable range of motion and gradually increase it over time to avoid overstretching or pulling a muscle.
5. Listen to your body and stop immediately if you experience any pain or discomfort.
6. Keep your back straight and maintain good posture throughout the exercise to avoid straining your spine.
7. Avoid jerking or using momentum to move your arm, as this can lead to injuries.
8. Breathe steadily and deeply throughout the exercise to promote relaxation and prevent dizziness.
9. Do not force your arm to extend beyond its natural range of motion, as this can cause injury.
10. After completing the exercise, stretch your tricep muscles gently to promote flexibility and prevent muscle tightness.

To incorporate the Overhead Triceps exercise into your workouts, you can follow these steps: 1. Warm up: Begin your workout with a dynamic warm-up to prepare your muscles for exercise. This could include light cardio exercises like jogging or jumping jacks, as well as some arm and shoulder stretches. 2. Find a partner: As the Overhead Triceps exercise requires a partner, make sure you have someone to assist you during the workout. Choose a partner who can provide adequate support and resistance. 3. Set up: Sit upright on the floor with your partner positioned behind you. Make sure both of you are comfortable and have enough space to perform the exercise. 4. Starting position: Raise one arm straight up, flexing the elbow and attempting to touch your hand to your back. Your partner should hold your elbow and wrist to stabilize it. This will be your starting position. 5. Perform the exercise: Attempt to extend your arm straight into the air while your partner prevents you from actually doing so. This creates resistance and engages the tricep muscles. Hold this position for 10-20 seconds, focusing on maintaining proper form and engaging the triceps. 6. Stretching: After the hold, relax your arm and allow your partner to apply gentle pressure to your wrist, further stretching the tricep muscles. Hold this stretch for another 10-20 seconds, feeling the stretch in the back of your arm. 7. Switch sides: Once you have completed the exercise on one