Beginner
Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension
Author
Owen JonesUpdated
17 Sep 2024Demonstration Video
- Description
- Instructions
- Muscle Groups
- Tips
Exercise Description
Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension focuses specifically on the long head of the triceps, activating your core, glutes, and lower back muscles.
Exercise Instructions
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Step 1
Take a pair of dumbbells and stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Stretch your arms above your head, palms facing each other. -
Step 2
Bend your elbows to lower the dumbbells behind your head until they are perpendicular to the floor. Pause, then straighten your arms to return the dumbbells to the starting position.
Muscle Groups
Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension targets Delts, Traps, Triceps as seen below.
Exercise Tips
- Don't let your elbows bend. Keep them close to your head.
- Lower the dumbbells slowly.
- Tighten your triceps at the top of the movement.
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