Bodyweight
Assisted Standing Triceps Extension (With Towel)
Triceps · Upper Arms
Beginner6
Demonstration
AdvancedCompoundBodyweight
Handstand Push Up
Triceps · Upper Arms
5
sets
4–6
reps
3m
Rest time
~10
Calories / set
Instructions
- 1
Find a wall and face away from it, standing a few feet away.
- 2
Place your hands on the ground shoulder-width apart and kick your feet up against the wall, coming into a handstand position.
- 3
Bend your elbows and lower your head towards the ground, keeping your body in a straight line.
- 4
Push through your hands and extend your arms to return to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary
Triceps
shoulders
Secondary
shoulderschestcore
Pro tips
- Move through the full range of motion under control.
- Keep tension on the target muscle — avoid using momentum.
- Breathe out on the effort, in on the return.
- Pick a weight that lets you keep clean form for every rep.
Common mistakes
- Using too much weight and sacrificing technique.
- Rushing reps instead of controlling the tempo.
- Cutting the range of motion short.
- Holding your breath throughout the set.
Safety notes
- Warm up thoroughly before working heavy.
- Stop immediately if you feel sharp or joint pain.
- Use a spotter or safeties for heavy barbell work.
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