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Monthly workouts targeting specific muscles

Each month we’ll focus on a different muscle so you can learn how to train different areas of your body.

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July Muscle of the Month: Triceps Brachii (Triceps)

Week 1: Anatomy & Function of the Triceps

Meet Your Triceps – Three Heads, One Purpose

Your triceps brachii has three distinct parts: the long head, lateral head, and medial head.

Together, they extend the elbow, stabilise the shoulder joint, and assist in pushing movements.

Fun Fact: The long head crosses the shoulder, meaning triceps training also supports shoulder stability and overhead lifts.

Quick Challenge: Add 3 × 12 of overhead cable extensions this week – a great way to hit the long head.

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Week 2 – Triceps in Daily Activities

Powering Your Pushes Every Day

Whether you’re pushing a door, carrying shopping, or even rising from a chair, your triceps are hard at work.

Strong triceps don’t just help in the gym; they make daily life easier and safer by reducing shoulder and elbow strain.

Try This Functional Move: Bench dips at home or in the gym – 3 × 10–15 reps to build real-world strength.

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Top Tip: Slow down your reps with 3-second lowers boost time under tension and muscle growth.

Train Smart for Stronger Triceps

Focus on full range of motion, controlled eccentrics (lowering), and variety to fully develop all three triceps heads.

Essential Exercises:
  • Cable pushdowns for isolation
  • Skull crushers for depth
  • Close-grip presses for compound strength

Top Tip: Slow down your reps with 3-second lowers boost time under tension and muscle growth.

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Week 3: Strengthening Techniques

Week 4: Preventing Triceps Injuries

Stay Strong & Injury-Free

Overtraining, poor form, or skipping mobility can lead to triceps strains or elbow discomfort.

Key Prevention Strategies:
  • Warm-up properly with dynamic stretches (e.g. arm swings)
  • Progress gradually in load and volume
  • Balance your training with push and pull work to avoid muscle imbalances

Bonus Drill: Add 2 × 12 of band triceps pushdowns for light, high-rep conditioning.

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Ask our Fitness Motivators for advice on how to perform these exercises if you’re unsure.

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