General
tris
What does tris mean?
Abbreviation for the triceps, the muscles on the back of the upper arm.
"Rope pushdowns to finish off the tris."
Origin
Clipping of 'triceps.'
Frequently asked questions
What does 'tris' mean?
It's gym shorthand for the triceps, the muscles on the back of the upper arm.
What exercises hit the tris?
Moves like rope pushdowns, dips and close-grip presses are common ways to train the triceps.
How do you pronounce 'tris'?
It's pronounced 'tryze,' rhyming with 'prize.'
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