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The lying triceps extension, also known as skull crusher and French extension or French press, is a strength exercise used in many different forms of strength training. It is one of the most stimulating exercises to the entire triceps muscle group in the upper arm, [ citation needed ] and works the triceps from the elbow all the way to the ...
Open chain exercises (OKE) are exercises that are performed where the hand or foot is free to move. The opposite of OKE are closed kinetic chain exercises (CKE). Both are effective for strengthening and rehabilitation objectives. [1]
Variations of the bench press involve different groups of muscles, or involve the same muscles in different ways: Inclination. Flat bench press: The flat bench press involves both portions of the pectoralis major muscle but focuses on the lower (sternal) head as well as the anterior deltoid muscle. The term 'bench press' on its own is assumed ...
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This exercise is an example of the primary function of the triceps, the extension of the elbow joint. There are multiple variations to the push-down that will target the triceps muscle in different ways. Rope push-down is a variation that involves connecting a rope attachment to a cable machine. While executing a rope push-down, the palms face ...
The triceps, or triceps brachii (Latin for "three-headed muscle of the arm"), is a large muscle on the back of the upper limb of many vertebrates. It consists of three parts: the medial, lateral, and long head. [1] It is the muscle principally responsible for extension of the elbow joint (straightening of the arm).
Rotating abrasive wheels on a bench grinder. 8 in (200 mm) wire brush mounted to bench grinder (tool rest in foreground). A bench grinder is a benchtop type of grinding machine used to drive abrasive wheels. A pedestal grinder is a similar or larger version of grinder that is mounted on a pedestal, which may be bolted to the floor or may sit on ...
Barbell preacher curl: Sit on a preacher bench and adjust the seat height to an optimal position. Keep the back of upper arms tightly attached to the preacher bench with a barbell hold by both hands. Flex the elbows until they are almost fully extended and curl the barbell towards shoulder until the biceps are fully contracted.