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Tate Press

Triceps Chest Shoulders Intermediate Strength Dumbbell
Tate Press Tate Press
Equipment
Dumbbell
Level
Intermediate
Force
Push
Mechanic
Isolation
Instructions
  1. Lie down on a flat bench with a dumbbell in each hand on top of your thighs. The palms of your hand will be facing each other.
  2. By using your thighs to help you get the dumbbells up, clean the dumbbells one arm at a time so that you can hold them in front of you at shoulder width. Note: when holding the dumbbells in front of you, make sure your arms are wider than shoulder width apart from each other using a pronated (palms forward) grip. Allow your elbows to point out. This is your starting position.
  3. Keeping the upper arms stationary, slowly move the dumbbells in and down in a semi circular motion until they touch the upper chest while inhaling. Keep full control of the dumbbells at all times and do not move the upper arms nor rest the dumbbells on the chest.
  4. As you breathe out, move the dumbbells up using your triceps and the same semi-circular motion but in reverse. Attempt to keep the dumbbells together as they move up. Lock your arms in the contracted position, hold for a second and then start coming down again slowly again. Tip: It should take at least twice as long to go down than to come up.
  5. Repeat the movement for the prescribed amount of repetitions of your training program.
Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Tate Press work?

Tate Press primarily targets the Triceps. It also engages the Chest, Shoulders as secondary muscles. This makes it an effective strength exercise for building triceps development.

What equipment do I need for the Tate Press?

You will need a dumbbell to perform the Tate Press. Make sure the equipment is set up properly and at the appropriate weight before starting.

Is the Tate Press suitable for beginners?

The Tate Press is an intermediate exercise. You should have a solid foundation of basic strength movements before attempting it. If you're new to training, start with simpler variations and progress to this exercise as your form and strength improve.

Is the Tate Press a compound or isolation exercise?

The Tate Press is an isolation exercise that focuses on a single joint and muscle group. Isolation exercises are useful for targeting specific muscles, correcting imbalances, and adding focused volume. They are typically performed after compound movements in a workout.

How many sets and reps should I do for the Tate Press?

For strength, aim for 3-5 sets of 5-8 reps with heavier weight. For muscle building (hypertrophy), try 3-4 sets of 8-12 reps at a moderate weight. For endurance, use lighter weight and perform 2-3 sets of 15-20 reps.

What are good alternatives to the Tate Press?

Good alternatives include the Band Skull Crusher, Bench Dips, Bench Press - Powerlifting. These exercises target similar muscle groups (Triceps) and can be substituted based on available equipment or training preference.

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