Chest and Triceps Gym Workout Plan
Looking to build a strong, defined chest and powerful triceps? Here’s a detailed workout plan to help you maximize your gains and target these muscle groups effectively. Remember to warm up before starting and use proper form to avoid injuries.
Warm-Up
- Push-Ups: 2 sets of 12-15 reps
- Arm Circles: 1 minute forward, 1 minute backward
- Light Dumbbell Press: 2 sets of 15 reps with light weights
Workout Plan
Chest Exercises
- Flat Bench Press
- 4 sets of 8-10 reps
- Target: Pecs, shoulders, triceps
- How to do:
Lie on a flat bench. Grip the barbell slightly wider than shoulder-width. Lower the bar to your chest and press it back up.
- Incline Dumbbell Press
- 4 sets of 10-12 reps
- Target: Upper chest, shoulders
- How to do:
Set the bench to a 30–45-degree incline. Hold dumbbells at chest level, press upward, and lower them slowly.
- Cable Crossover
- 3 sets of 12-15 reps
- Target: Inner chest
- How to do:
Adjust the pulleys to shoulder height. Grab handles, step forward, and pull the handles together in front of you, crossing slightly.
- Chest Dips
- 3 sets of 10-12 reps
- Target: Lower chest, triceps
- How to do:
Use parallel bars, lean slightly forward, and dip down until your elbows are at a 90-degree angle.
Triceps Exercises
- Tricep Pushdowns (Cable Machine)
- 4 sets of 12-15 reps
- Target: Triceps
- How to do:
Attach a straight bar to the cable. Keep your elbows close to your body and push the bar down until your arms are straight.
- Close-Grip Bench Press
- 4 sets of 8-10 reps
- Target: Triceps, chest
- How to do:
Lie on a flat bench. Grip the barbell slightly narrower than shoulder-width. Lower it to your chest and push it back up.
- Overhead Dumbbell Tricep Extension
- 3 sets of 10-12 reps
- Target: Long head of the triceps
- How to do:
Hold a dumbbell with both hands behind your head. Extend your arms upward, keeping your elbows close to your head.
- Skull Crushers (EZ Bar)
- 3 sets of 10-12 reps
- Target: Triceps
- How to do:
Lie on a flat bench with an EZ bar. Lower the bar to your forehead, then extend your arms back up.
Cool-Down and Stretching
- Chest Stretch: Stand in a doorway, place your forearms on the frame, and gently lean forward. Hold for 20-30 seconds.
- Tricep Stretch: Raise one arm overhead, bend the elbow, and push it gently with the other hand. Hold for 20-30 seconds.
Tips for Success
- Use progressive overload by gradually increasing weight.
- Rest for 60-90 seconds between sets.
- Focus on proper form to maximize gains and avoid injury.
- Pair this workout with a protein-rich diet to support muscle recovery.
Ready to crush your next chest and triceps workout? Stay consistent, and you’ll see results in no time!