Monday, May 5, 2014

The triangle pushup

When the American Council on Exercise commissioned a study to find out the best tricep exercise, the triangle pushup came out at No. 1. According to one of the researchers: “All across the board, the triangle pushup elicited the most muscle activity in our subjects." Before you get excited about getting rid of your batwings, remember that tricep exercises won’t get rid of the fat on your arms, but they will help you build muscle, which can contribute to overall fat loss.

In a pushup position, place your hands directly beneath your chest with the forefingers and thumbs touching, making a triangle shape. Make sure your back is flat and your core is engaged. As you lower yourself, your elbows will naturally flare out to the sides. Once your chest touches the floor, push back up and repeat

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