The Greatest Triceps Exercise You're NOT Doing

[@henriquehansen314]

Eugene gave us more information in a 2 minutes video than most influencers do in 20 mins. Thanks for being straight to the point, man! As a guy who doesn't have that much free time to watch youtube, I really appreciate it!

[@coacheugeneteo]

Thank you!! Glad you found it helpful

[@asmith1496]

Guy is a training god!

[@Shredder-ug1fu]

This chnnel is in my top 3 No bs, just straight to main topic. Learned a lot from u, Eugene, thanks for your work, we appreciate it so much

[@coacheugeneteo]

I appreciate it man! 🫡

[@abc-vn7zv]

what are the other 2

[@socloseagain4298]

@@abc-vn7zv Mike O'Hearn & The Tren Twins 😀

[@silver_kage3154]

​@@abc-vn7zvprobably Renaissance periodization and Jeff nippard

[@areldcookie5581]

Probably Jeff N. And 1 more idk​@@abc-vn7zv

[@davidk6269]

This drop set is brutal!!!! Going this deeply beyond initial failure will be very taxing on recovery. Nice.

[@ninjanik2095]

for real, was gonna say this. I drop it two more time. When I get to 15lbs, that feels real good

[@efitreze]

Not necessary for 99% of the people, if someone gets nearly that resistance level it's way better to do a deload month to get sensitive to a lower volume again.

[@davidk6269]

@@efitreze I don't think that muscles "get more sensitive to a lower volume again" via deload months. I think that the deload periods are to allow for full recovery of the body to remedy overtraining.

[@likemy]

great way of training the long head without provoking shoulder pain.

[@wonderwallz99]

Love your content and thanks for not falling into the weird trap just to get content and fit in with all the other lifters. It's refreshing and I also appreciate how short and to the point your videos are. Thanks man

[@geniusleveltheorem]

Idk how I found this channel but I'm so glad I did. These tips will are excellent

[@brianbackes4974]

Eye opening. How did I miss this info 40 years in a row lol.

[@Nozem13]

Thank you so much! I’m an experienced lifter thats recently injured both elbows and my lower back (L1-L3). I’ve been avoiding push downs and extensions for a while. I just tried this in the gym today and it worked perfect; no elbow pain, lots of fatigue of the upper part of the tricep. Really helpful! Thanks! If you have any tips for training when you can’t really sit down, that would help a ton! Thanks!

[@johnnyfox8934]

I’m definitely doing this… because you posted it on instagram not too long ago. It’s a great triceps exercise once you can get the sweet spot that minimizes lat involvement.

[@needmoarinternets]

I'd really question if that "eliminates the lat" It's not a bad idea if you wanna work the long head extra because it definitely works synergistically with the lat but i'm not sure you can really not have the lat/teres major involved

[@m7rayven195]

I mean, yeah, It will work but the tríceps is so cooked that will be the limiting factor anyway

[@catedoge3206]

ill put u on lil vro. lat loses leverage once elbow is beyond shoulder joint. therefore further reducing its assist in the movement. cheers. ;)

[@mark_mayers]

@@catedoge3206 that's not true at all

[@ImpulseDETT]

Finally, a video for high tricep/armpit flab. Oh my. Thank you.

[@phylippezimmermannpaquin2062]

I never would have believed it if anyone else suggested this

[@billruhl]

Eugene is out there preaching the gospel....another quality video.

[@potapotapotapotapotapota]

It's definitely a great exercise because you use the long head way more than you think, and it will help improve pulldown stability

[@lapear6068]

Yup the best straight to the point in the first part of the video and no need to fast forward to the point but also this is straight and no bs

[@eric97909]

I call these the “me and your mom’s” 0:35 But serious: what an interesting exercise, I gotta try this

[@alexklim4798]

🤣🤣

[@ericjones3920]

Thank you so much. I have been looking for an excercise because my elbows are extemely soar all the time. I will try this today.

[@judy33]

Haven't done this exercise in years. Thanks for the reminder, it's awesome

[@christopherwhitley9923]

Definitely gonna study this and try it out next gym sesh. Thank you.

[@alvinocumas1582]

Get this man a million subs already!

[@alexrc7333]

Damn! Such a great exercise, gonna blast my triceps right now! Thanks for the content, keep it up!

[@Felale]

This is all intuitive stuff you figure out if you really feel your muscles during an exercise. You can do something similar by letting your upper back round when you're fatigued on lat pulldowns and leaning back to get the lengthened partials.

[@doke1x]

Felt the same stretch you talk about doing the CBUM tricep extensions pausing in each step. You always deliver 👍

[@Webcoreinteractive]

Does wearing oil during the workout enhance hypertrophy?

[@papaspaulding]

Explains why I've always felt a burn in my upper triceps when trying to target rear delts

[@MadMuscles]

My all time fav channel and person..uncle eugene thanks❤

[@tomolsson7313]

this was somthing new, i will try, love triceps. good tip teo

[@lalsaksjdhfggggs]

Amazing, im a trainer myself, i am still learning new things from you Eugene ❤

[@coacheugeneteo]

Happy to hear that!

[@mayankshukla7810]

This one gives the best fatigue to my triceps. I have added it daily as a finisher for my workout

[@smebbo6435]

This looks like what the boogs uses as an example against science nerds. Extending the set far beyond failure, involve all sorts of muscle groups, instead of isolating one after the other

[@mattyjay1376]

Rotund, bulbous, horse-c0ckery at its finest

[@chookvalve]

Love volume 4 too!!

[@Doctharkun]

Gonna mix this with overhead extension...looks cool

[@icyygeminii9091]

Fantastic video, trying this on Monday 😊

[@coacheugeneteo]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@criscros22]

Hey Uncle Eugene, can we please get a breakdown of this exercise in another video? Im a dummy and would love to have some simple movement and setup demo to get started!!!!!

[@wallao2231]

ngl, at the beginning i was like "what the actual fuck", watched till the end and actually looked it up. it's actually true. thanks for sharing this my man. after looking this info up and your vid, i started to recall some of the instances where my triceps felt the burn in exercises that seemingly exclude this muscle.

[@finbarTTV]

Wild, I'm definitely going to do this

[@bflo5210]

Damn I can't wait to try this!

[@friedrichnietzsche7805]

We are not doing this triceps exercise Because it's a BACK EXERCISE!😂

[@helpineedwater8192]

good shit mate

[@PWRLFTR242]

Overhead DB tricep extensions are even better. Deeper stretch in the long head. You are welcome. A kickback like this is a decent movement, but severely limited.

[@hotmiclegend]

U can also do this with the old school dumbell pullover

[@lukec.9819]

Good stuff!!! 💪😁

[@randerhaywood1163]

About a week ago I was doing some "lat"work and it was FRYing my triceps and I thought I was crazy.

[@kurtallen2998]

I remember this video from a few years ago👍😁.

[@isaaccolwell6468]

Did you use two of the rope attachments to setup this workout?

[@doctorgonzo7777]

i always feel pullovers the most in my triceps. even get DOMs from it in my triceps. i truly feel if you do deep range of motion pullovers , the tricep is the prime muscle being targeted.

[@capnerk205]

Pretty good back and rear delt exercise!

[@soulextinguisher]

I think it would make more sense to do the straigh arm one first or if it's the same order drop the weight on the straight arm one

[@anttony80]

Favorite excersize to train

[@ronstanley9873]

Lat exercise, you can see them engaging more than the triceps.

[@b-rare]

Nice back workout

[@webcrawlerfan]

So, Eugene.. always love your content.. I probably won't get a response but.. well, I have a problem.. one of my shoulders is rounded out and the other is rounded in..(?) So it's almost impossible to work them the same way with most tricep exercises.. well most exercises. . I have to do them unilaterally in different positions to target a specific or that specific muscle.. for biceps.. IF I do a standard dumbbell curl.. it my target my longhead bicep muscle but with the other arm doing it the same way will target the shorthead ...so I have to position my arms differently to target the same muscle then reposition for another part of the muscle.. lots of imbalances I have been working on for years... thank you so much for yoyr content AND if you respond and can actually give me some advice.. thanks again

[@iche9373]

It sounds like you're dealing with some significant muscle imbalances and asymmetries, particularly in your shoulders, which can affect how you engage your muscles during exercises. First of all, I want to commend you for recognizing the issue and continuing to work on it-consistency is key in correcting imbalances. Here are a few suggestions to help you manage and improve the situation: ### 1. Postural Alignment and Mobility Work Before diving into specific strength exercises, it’s crucial to address the underlying issue that might be causing the imbalance-often poor posture or muscle tightness. Rounded shoulders, for example, are commonly due to tight pectoral muscles and weak upper back muscles (like the rhomboids and lower trapezius). Here are a few things to focus on: - **Stretching tight muscles**: Stretch your chest (pecs) and front deltoids regularly. Foam rolling can also help release tension. - **Strengthening weak muscles**: Incorporate exercises like face pulls, rows, and reverse flyes to strengthen the muscles in your upper back and shoulders. - **Shoulder mobility drills**: Improve your shoulder mobility by working on scapular control and range of motion through exercises like wall slides and shoulder pass-throughs (using a band or PVC pipe). ### 2. Unilateral Exercises As you mentioned, unilateral exercises (working one side at a time) are essential when dealing with imbalances. Continue focusing on these, as they allow you to target each side individually and make sure both sides are getting the attention they need. However, try to: - **Work on the weaker side first**: Start with the weaker or less coordinated side and do the same number of reps on the stronger side, even if it feels easy. This helps prevent further imbalance by overtraining the dominant side. - **Use controlled, slow movements**: When you're targeting specific muscles, control is key. Focus on the mind-muscle connection, ensuring you're engaging the intended muscle group. ### 3. Exercise Modifications Since standard exercises are targeting different muscle heads for each arm, you'll need to modify your approach to ensure balanced muscle engagement: - **Biceps curls**: To equalize engagement, experiment with different grips and angles for each arm. For instance, a hammer curl might work well for one arm, while a slight supination or pronation could better target the same head on the other arm. - **Triceps exercises**: Tricep extensions and kickbacks are great, but try different angles to match the muscle activation. For example, you could modify the angle of elbow flexion to emphasize the long head or lateral head of the triceps as needed for each arm. ### 4. Physical Therapy or Corrective Exercise Specialist Since you've been working on this for years and still experiencing issues, it may be beneficial to consult with a physical therapist or a certified corrective exercise specialist. They can assess your posture and movement patterns in detail, giving you a more tailored program to correct your asymmetries. ### 5. Mind-Muscle Connection and Patience You're already aware that targeting specific muscles can be challenging, but maintaining focus on the mind-muscle connection will help you recruit the right muscles more effectively. Keep in mind that these imbalances take time to correct, and it’s normal for progress to feel slow. By continuing with a focused, strategic approach and addressing mobility, posture, and strength imbalances, you'll be able to make steady improvements. Stay patient and persistent, and you're already on the right path. If you haven’t already, a professional assessment could accelerate your progress by pinpointing specific areas to work on. Good luck, and keep up the great work!

[@tazdecto]

I did the lock elbow like it shown here, but I feel it mostly in my lats, what did I do wrong? I do feel the stretch in my tricep when it raises to the ceiling

[@raven-19x]

That first part looks more like all lats?

[@spambunny123]

Awsome vid i need to try this

[@theeyetriangle]

but how exactly are you supposed to do this without letting the lats takeover, i'm genuinely curious

[@adibee88]

Nice!!

[@chibbyylol]

first clothed comment

[@coacheugeneteo]

😂😂 bots do be wild these days

[@eyetineetee]

With or without royds?

[@jeegee-cx7ss]

Eugene, is a "really potent stimulus to your brain" really a thing? If so, why do anything other than very drawn out supersets/drops sets to build muscle?

[@coacheugeneteo]

Mechanical tension sends the message to your brain for hypertrophic responses to be stimulated Hitting failure achieves this. You can hit failure in several ways!

[@Mikementzer80]

This just creates so much fatigue lol

[@coacheugeneteo]

You should probably change your username. Mike Mentzer would not approve

[@abinserts]

Liked just for the thumbnail

[@justsomeguywhoneverdies9210]

Some parts look like a lats exercise to me

[@Akotski-ys9rr]

I actually saw someone doing this today and thought that’s kinda weird but he was big so I assumed he knew what he was doing. Turns out he was

[@katrinalj]

Massive LOL at the people saying it’s a lat exercise that clearly didn’t watch the whole 2min video before opening their mouths 😂

[@delawn4532]

Looks solid!! Will try this in my next workout. Thank you

[@00pium99]

Subscribed

[@ShirazSidMovies]

Remember trying this and cursing the whole time!! It also the first time I knew uncle Eugene is LEGIT!! NOOT NOOT 💪🏽🐧

[@coacheugeneteo]

🫡NOOT NOOT

[@duncanluciak5516]

As an old guy, I appreciate the advice from someone who has seen a particular peak in their sport, and does not confuse that with life-long fitness.

[@Oldmongreldog70]

I love it when people try to reinvent the wheel 😂

[@m.g.4110]

Oldschool vibes! Great stuff Eugene!

[@FupaDoncic]

No wonder my body building friend does back and shoulder on the last of a 5 day

[@adoboFosho]

1:30 matt stonie cameo?

[@CheersDits2979]

I can’t remember seeing Ronnie Coleman or Jay Cutler doing these

[@bermysanders9278]

Dang old Eugene looked Scary!

[@jan490]

That was absolutely tremendous!!! 💪

[@lars1480]

This looks like a modern Way of a very Old Triceps exercise that is done by holdning a barbell behind Your back at arms lenght Then slowly Bent over and raise The bar with strait arms - I use to do it when I back in The Day followed The weider 3 Day full body work out 😊

[@chucknorris5476]

This is one of those exercises you can only do once you’re jacked because people will assume you know what you’re doing

[@AA-hk3cm]

Stretch until your arm goes around 360 degrees

[@benwilms3942]

That cant possibly be 'eliminating' lats.

[@Mike-ts2eq]

I did this just now goddamn the pump is real

[@DoesitJack63]

Badass sabbath shirt

[@LucasDimoveo]

Eugene went anolog on this one

[@woahblackbettybamalam]

Step #1 Have gifted muscle bellies like Eugene 😂

[@Grundy666]

You need to stop

[@snowman1886]

I literally thought he was edited in until like 0:48

[@HaharuRecords]

I want try the ceps

[@extendprogram]

How is that NOT lats? I mean his are exploding during these.

[@stealthgaming5596]

Yes the lats will definitely work in the pullover, but the triceps are already so fatigued and pre-exhausted that your triceps will be the limiting factor here

[@pretty_flaco]

Hugegeane been told us!

[@Mr-mopar]

Just started doing these. I use an old judo belt which works awesome.

[@nattywho]

Love this!!!

[@NoyPi6step]

thank you eugene , such valuable videos. Hope you're doing well yourself!

[@davidasaad6575]

I still don't understand. I believe this is lat pullover exercise

[@steelparagon5868]

Try it without any weight. Straighten your arm out and flex your tricep. Then bend over and bring your arm back behind you. Like you would doing a kickback with a dumbbell. It gets a crazy contraction. The arm can be slightly angled away from you

[@justsomeguywhoneverdies9210]

​@@steelparagon5868if it's the feeling of triceps contraction then I don't even need weight, just straighten my arms behind my back. There are 2 big problems with this exercise (if the goal is to build big triceps) 1. The triceps aren't moving much but the lats which is not effective. For example, the abs are used in squats and deadlifts and hundred other exercises, but because the abs are not the primary muscles that are moving so you would never get big abs from those exercises 2. There are many studies about training in long length / stressed position now. What you need is not crazy contraction, but the opposite, and move the weight from there.

[@omegaman_]

@@justsomeguywhoneverdies9210agreed, there is no evidence behind this exercise.

[@doodgoi9102]

​@@justsomeguywhoneverdies9210 I'm inclined to agree. I don't remember where but a study published that muscle fatigue/mind-muscle connection is not correlated to muscle growth. I'd recommend overhead cable tricep extensions for the long head instead of your elbows can handle it.

[@kiddfamilyfarmllc9962]

On back day or triceps day

[@Xygif]

You have a day for triceps?

[@mitchiranger]

If I took both ropes at my gym, I’d either get told of by the staff - or people would moan anyways. If I had my own gym however, ofc. But I am a standard peon and work a 9-5.

[@brsrk4814]

I got biceps and shoulders, I need tricep so bad, I’m lacking hard

[@ebtesumrramen3538]

So a variation lat prayers can target the triceps?

[@coacheugeneteo]

Yep!

[@AMOGUS_is_SUS696]

i like your attitude man you and greg doucette just hit different it's just that you're nicer than him and quit the gear

[@bradcastlebrry9396]

none of this fanch shi is needed. the classics will always work

[@spengo.]

I agree

[@asmith1496]

An asian dude with and Engrish accent teaching me biomechanics. I literally feel my brain growing. The ONLY way this could get batter if is he was wearing a karate kid headband.. oh wait. All kidding aside.. MAD respect, you are an amazing trainer!

[@RUugly]

Looks painful, imma try it.