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Upper Arms · Body Weight

Triceps Light Stretch

beginnerflexibility

Triceps Light Stretch is a beginner isolation flexibility exercise that works the triceps (upper arms), with the shoulders assisting. It needs no equipment beyond your own body weight. A typical prescription is 2-3 sets of 30-60-second holds, and it burns about 3.1 calories per minute.

Target: Triceps
Body part: Upper Arms
Equipment: Body Weight
Category: Flexibility
Mechanic: Isolation
Force: Static
Sets × reps: 2-3 × 30-60 sec hold
Calories / min: ≈ 3.1 kcal

Primary muscles

Triceps · Triceps Brachii

Secondary muscles

Shoulders · Deltoids

How to do Triceps Light Stretch

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and raise your right arm at chest height across your chest, bending your elbow.
Use your left hand to gently grab your right elbow, pulling it across your chest to deepen the stretch in your triceps.
Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds, feeling a gentle stretch in your triceps.
Release the stretch and repeat with your left arm. Perform the stretch for the desired number of repetitions.

Form tips

Avoid twisting your torso; keep it stable and facing forward.
Breathe deeply and steadily, relaxing into the stretch.
Do not pull too hard; the stretch should be gentle and not cause pain.

Triceps Light Stretch alternatives

Barbell Lying Triceps Extension

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Cable Lying Triceps Extension

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Dumbbell Incline Triceps Extension

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Cable Alternate Triceps Extension

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Triceps Light Stretch FAQ

What muscles does Triceps Light Stretch work?

Triceps Light Stretch mainly works the triceps in the upper arms (Triceps Brachii). The shoulders work as secondary muscles.

What equipment do you need for Triceps Light Stretch?

None. Triceps Light Stretch is a body weight exercise, so you can do it at home or anywhere with enough space.

How many sets and reps of Triceps Light Stretch should I do?

Start with 2-3 sets of 30-60-second holds. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.

Is Triceps Light Stretch good for beginners?

Yes. Triceps Light Stretch is rated beginner, so it's a sound choice while you learn to train the triceps.

How many calories does Triceps Light Stretch burn?

About 3.1 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 2.5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 31 calories; heavier people burn more.

What is a good alternative to Triceps Light Stretch?

Other exercises for the triceps include Barbell Lying Triceps Extension, Cable Lying Triceps Extension, Dumbbell Incline Triceps Extension and Cable Alternate Triceps Extension.

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