Tricep Workouts


Tricep workout page. We have a range of different tricep workout plans available for all levels of muscle builder. We have tricep workouts for suited for people which are trying to build muscle, build strength and for those of you who don't have much time for your tricep workout. When selecting a tricep workout read the tricep workout description to see if it meets your goals.

We are always testing, analyzing and review tricep workouts on this site. If we find a tricep workout that meets our strict guidelines we will add it to this workout page. To read our articles about tricep workout, tricep muscle building, eating and more see our tricep articles section. We update the tricep article section regularly.

How to choose a tricep workout

You should choose your tricep workout based on your goals. Are you trying to build tricep size? tricep strength? or maybe you want a light tricep workout that tones your triceps. Each of the tricep workouts below has a type/description. This type/description tells you what the tricep workout is good for (for example: muscle mass). We also tell you how many days you should do the tricep workout (per week).


The Tricep Workouts:

Tricep Workout #1
Tricep workout type: Muscle mass builder
Training Level: intermediate
Number days/week: 2
Duration: 6 weeks
Description: This 2 day tricep workout is done on the same day as your chest/shoulders workout. It's designed to hit your triceps with 4 exercises after you've done your chest workout! Make sure you keep at least 48 hours between workouts (eg mon/thu)
The Workout: Day 1: (Monday)
Lying tricep extension (skullcrushers) 3x10
Dips(weighted if need) 3x10 (or failure)
Standing dumbell extension 3x8-10
Overhead tricep extension (rope) 3x10
Day 2: (Thursday)
Close grip bench press 3x8-12
Tricep pushdowns 3x10
One arm tricep extension (dumbell) 3x8
One arm push down 3x8

Tricep Workout #2
Tricep workout type: Muscle strength/tone
Training Level: beginner
Number days/week: 1
Duration: 8-10 weeks
Description: The 1 day per week tricep workout is aimed at beginners who are on a 3 day workout program and people who are not trying to build mass bulk, by tone their body. This tricep workout is a good stepping stone to tricep workout #1. Do this workout on the same day as your chest. Use moderate weights only.
The Workout: Day 1:
Close grip bench press 3x12
Dips(weighted if need) 3xfailure
Tricep extension (rope) 3x10


Tricep Workout #3
Tricep workout type: Strength
Training Level: Advanced
Number days/week: 2
Duration: 6 weeks
Description: The tricep workout is purely aimed at strength. This workout is best for people looking to increase their bench press/shoulder press etc. You do this tricep workout 2 days a week. You can do this workout either with or without chest, but be sure to to it at least 2 days for maximum results. This program would be ideal rotated with tricep workout #1.
The Workout: Day 1:
Close grip bench press 4x8
Skullcrushers 2x8, 2x6 (heavy)
Dips(weighted if need) 3xfailure
Standing dumbell extension 3x8
tricep extension (straight bar) 4x6
Day 2:
Close grip bench press / dip superset 3x8/3xfailure
Tricep kickbacks 3x10
Lying tricep extension (skullcrushers) 3x8 (heavy)
One arm push down 2x8

Tricep Workout #4
Tricep workout type: Muscle tone/strength
Training Level: beginner/intermediate
Number days/week: 1
Duration: 8 weeks
Description: The tricep workout is designed to be worked either with the chest or whole body wrokout. It's a quick superset that will blash your triceps in about 10 minutes or so. You'll be surprised at how effective this simple workout can be for hardening and strengthening your triceps.
The Workout: Day 1:
Superset: Dips 3xfailure / Tricep extension (rope) 3x10
Make sure you do the tricep rope extensions straight after you finish dips. Do this 3 times.

Note: eTricep's tricep workouts are to be used at your own risk. We will not be held responsible for any injuries/accidents that occur as a result of you using our tricep workout programs. If you feel any paid in your triceps you must consult a sports doctor immediately. Remember, work hard and train your triceps safely!