You already know that the close grip barbell bench press and the diamond pushup are among the very best triceps builders—if done right.
The following tip from powerlifting coach extraordinaire Louie Simmons will greatly increase the recruitment of your “horseshoe” muscles—while reducing the strain on the shoulders.
Instead of pushing down on the floor or up on the bar, do this:
“Tear the bar apart” in the close grip bench press.
“Spread the floor” in the diamond pushup.
