Form Question on Tricep Work

[lynn]

Hi Cathe-
I am trying to improve the shape of my tricep muscle higher up on my arm. I feel like the lower part of the tricep closer to my elbow gets lots of work, but I can't seem to get my focus on the higher end of the muscle.
Which exercises from your strength workouts should I do to work that part better? I have all of your tapes.

Thanks in advance, and hope you are doing well!!

Lynn

 

[jgoycoolea]

I feel it higher in my tricep when I do kickbacks in the bent over position, as in S&H. And, then, I feel it only when I get to the very top of the movement and really squeeze my tricp. In fact, I even give my arm a little twist at the top,as I squeeze, such that my palm is no longer facing the side of my body, but rather the cieling. I think (think) that Rhonda gives it a little twist too, but not quite as much.

See if this works for you. Still, it would be interesting to see what Cathe says. jeanne

 

[lynn]

Hi Jeanne-
Thanks for the suggestion about the twist. I will try that and see if it does anything.
Take care,
Lynn

 

[Cathe Friedrich]

Hi Lynn! Do lying extentions (french presses) with a barbell, and also do them with dumbells and your hands in a hammer grip. Also do seated over head extentions (one arm and two arm). Good Luck!

 

[lynn]

Hi Cathe-
Thanks for the response.. I will focus on your suggestions and see what happens!
Take care,
Lynn

 

[Cathe Friedrich]

Okee Dokee;-)!