Triceps pushup

Technique

Start laying face down, place hands and knees or toes in ground. Position elbows close to your sides and push up your body using mainly muscles on the back of your arms. Involve abs, glutes and back to tighten the whole body and keep it straight throughout the movement. Lower slowly.

Tips

Come all the way down to the floor between each repetition in the beginning. Focus on technique and your strength will improve quickly.

Alternatives

Place thighs and knees in ground for more support.

More info

Works mainly triceps and chest muscles.

Video

Caroline Nilsson is your personal trainer showing you how to do Triceps pushup.

This exercise is 1 of 36 exercises that are included in the app Poworkout Trim & Tone.