The tricep press is used to tone the triceps, improve upper body strength, and promote better arm definition. It also aids in shoulder stability and overall muscle coordination. You can work up to different variations/levels by extending your legs and lifting the chest. These will add a core challenge, improve overall posture and stability while strengthening the arms and increasing engagement throughout the entire body. #backcare #pilates #pilatesapprenticeship #pilatesmanchester #pilatesreform

Bench Press Variations (Stop Guessing — Know the Difference 🔥) ▫️ Wide Grip → Chest? No. Shoulder Abuse. Strong ego numbers… weak chest activation. Maximum stress on the shoulder joint = fastest way to get injured. ▫️ Standard Grip (1.5× shoulder width) → Peak Chest Activation Elbows 45–70° = chest does the work, rotator cuff stays safe. This is the position you get strong AND stay injury-free long term. ▫️ Close Grip → Tricep Dominant Still hits chest, but shifts tension to the lockout. Best g