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Mini Loop Band Tricep Press

Beginner
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Mini loop band tricep press isolates the triceps brachii using constant band tension to build arm strength and endurance; ideal for home workouts or gym accessory.

About Exercise

Equipment

Loop Bands

Difficulty

2/5 • Beginner

Primary Muscle Groups

Triceps

Secondary Muscles

Shoulders

Popularity Score

5

Goals

Hypertrophy
Endurance

Training Style

Functional Training

Setup Requirements

Requires Rack

No

Requires Bench

No

Requires Spotter

No

Space Needed

Small

Noise Level

Low

Muscle Breakdown

Triceps

10/10

Long Head, Lateral Head, Medial Head

Shoulders

3/10

Anterior Delts

Programming

Typical Rep Range

10-20 reps

Rest Between Sets

30-60 seconds

How to Perform

Stand with feet shoulder-width apart. Anchor one end of the mini loop band with your non-working hand at chest height; grip the other end with your working hand, elbow bent at 90 degrees tucked to your side.

  1. Bend your working elbow to 90 degrees, forearm parallel to floor.
  2. Exhale and extend your arm straight down, straightening the elbow.
  3. Squeeze triceps at full extension.
  4. Inhale and slowly bend elbow to return to start.
  5. Keep elbow stationary and close to body throughout.
  6. Switch arms after reps.

Coaching Tips

Form Cues

  • Elbow tucked to side
  • Push straight down
  • Squeeze at bottom
  • Control the return

Breathing

Inhale during the return to start position; exhale as you extend the arm.

Tempo

2-0-1

Range of Motion

Extend from 90-degree elbow bend to full arm straightening without locking elbows; maintain tension on band.

Safety

Safety Notes

  • Inspect band for damage before use
  • Start with light resistance
  • Stop if elbow or shoulder pain occurs
  • Keep movements controlled to avoid snapping

Spotting

Spotting not required; self-spot by using lighter band if needed.

Common Mistakes

  • Flaring elbows outward
  • Using momentum to swing
  • Releasing band tension at top

When to Avoid

  • Acute elbow pain
  • Shoulder impingement

Flexibility Needed

  • Full elbow extension
  • Shoulder flexion without pain

Build Up First

  • Basic understanding of elbow extension

Also known as

Resistance Band Tricep Pushdown, Mini Band Tricep Extension, Loop Band Arm Press

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