Lying vs. Overhead Extensions

 OPENING ARGUMENTS  DEFENSE  Exercises that bring the arms forward in front of the body, such as the lying extension, emphasize the long head of the triceps by stretching it. PROSECUTION To fully stretch the triceps long head, it is critical to bring the arms overhead, as in overhead extensions.  EVIDENCE  Exercises that bring the arms up overhead stretch the long head of the triceps, because it is the only one that is not attached to the humerus (upper arm) bone; it att