Ask the Doc: Triceps "Cross-Training"
This unique variation of a cable extension will help you carve out the best possible "horseshoe" in your upper arms.
I answer questions on training, nutrition and supplements literally everyday from countless JYM Army members and other inquiring minds via social media. But let’s face it, the 140 characters I’m limited to on Twitter isn’t always enough to get my point across. And even when I’m able to elaborate, some of my responses get lost in the Facebook madness. So what better place to answer more questions for JimStoppani.com subscribers than right here at my virtual home base?
Q: What can I do to give my triceps that “horseshoe” look?
A: Choosing exercises that hit all three heads of the triceps (long head, lateral head and medial head) is critical for balanced triceps mass. That said, the lateral head is the one that sits on the outside of your arm and forms the bulk of the horseshoe. It also adds width to your arms when viewed from the front. So if horseshoe tri’s
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