How to Build Your Triceps with Push-ups

Push-ups are a very common exercise, and many schools include this sport as an exam item. Push-ups are relatively simple to do and do not require special equipment, but the exercise effect is very good. For example, we can achieve the purpose of exercising the triceps by doing push-ups. So, how should we use push-ups to exercise the triceps? Come and take a look.

1. Support the wall

Stand facing a wall with your feet together, arms extended and shoulder-width apart, and your hands flat on the wall with your palms at chest height. This is the starting position for the movement. Bend your elbows until your forehead touches the wall. This is the ending pose of the movement. Then push yourself back to the starting position and repeat.

2. Incline push-ups

To do this exercise, you will need a sturdy object that is about half your height (roughly at hip height). Tables, tall chairs, workbenches, kitchen counters, low walls, and sturdy fences are all good choices. Most sinks are the perfect height, but you have to make sure they are sturdy enough. With your feet together and your body in a straight line, lean forward, extend your arms, and grab the object of your choice with your hands, shoulder-width apart. This is the starting position for the movement.

3. Knee push-ups

Keep your feet together and knees on the ground. Stretch your arms straight out, shoulder-width apart. Place your hands directly below your chest, with your palms flat on the ground. Put your ankles together and your thighs in a straight line with your upper body and head. Don't stick your butt out or slump your waist. This is the starting position for the movement. Then, using your knees as a fulcrum, bend your elbows until your chest is just a fist's distance from the ground. Pause, then push yourself back to the starting position and repeat.

Okay, after reading the above introduction, I believe you already know how to use push-ups to exercise your triceps. If you want the exercise to be more effective, you can do push-ups with weights, but be careful that the weight should be controlled within the range you can bear, otherwise you will strain your muscles or ligaments, which is not good.