How to do it
Squeeze the handles firmly and keep your wrists stacked over your forearms.
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Adjust the seat of the leverage machine to fit your height.
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Sit down and grip the handles.
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Push the handles down until your arms are fully extended.
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Slowly return to the starting position, allowing your elbows to bend and go slightly behind your body.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Focus on full range of motion and control the descent to deeply engage the triceps without putting undue stress on the shoulder joints.
Common mistakes
- ✕Flaring the elbows outward during the press
- ✕Leaning the torso forward over the handles
- ✕Jerking the handles down to start each rep