The name skull crushers isn’t too enticing—I get it—but it's a great triceps-toning move, and not as scary as it sounds. While it might be a little more advanced than other dumbbell exercises ...

If toning the back of your arms is a goal, strengthening the triceps can help eliminate that common trouble spot that jiggles when you wave and help you feel more confident. But even more important, ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Arm day can be one of ...

In the pursuit of bigger arms it’s tempting to dedicate more training time to your biceps at the expense of your triceps. But shifting the balance in favour of the back of your arms is smart since the ...

Dr. Shields is a physical therapist with a background in English Literature and a passion for healthcare and education. She hopes to combine her clinical expertise with her love of writing, establish ...

On the backside of each of your upper arms is an unsung hero. With the right amount of consistent, balanced strength training, you can give it the attention it deserves—and in doing so, stretch the ...

Building muscle in your arms requires focusing on the biceps in the front and the triceps in the back. They’re opposite functioning muscle groups, so they require different strength training exercises ...

One of the most common complaints women have about their bodies is they don't like their arms. They're too skinny, too fat, too weak, not well-defined. Fitness expert, Minna Lessig, offers some hints ...

If you tend to walk right past the cable machine at the gym, listen up. While you can always work your triceps with a set of dumbbells, the cable machine is an excellent way to isolate your arms and ...

The triceps — the forgotten halves of the upper arms. You might hear “welcome to the gun show” after a bicep pump, but rarely do you hear a clever quip about the triceps. Nevertheless, they’re ...