Incline EZ-Bar Lying Triceps Extension
Incline EZ-Bar Lying Triceps Extension stimulates the entire triceps muscle group in the upper arm. It works the triceps from the elbow to the latissimus dorsi.
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Swiss Ball EZ-Bar Lying Triceps Extension
Swiss Ball EZ-Bar Lying Triceps Extension strengthen your triceps and tone the back of your arms. In the lying position, the triceps are isolated to prevent other muscles from assisting with the movement.
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Instructions
- Lie with your upper back on the ball, plant your feet firmly on the floor, and hold the EZ bar with a medium overhand grip. Press the bar directly over your head with your arms fully extended, or have a partner pass it to you.
- Keeping your core tight, bend your elbows and lower the EZ bar behind your head. Pause for a few seconds at the bottom of the movement and return to the starting position by tensing your triceps and straightening your arms.
Tips
- Be sure to keep your body stable as you move.
- Don't let your elbows open. Keep your arms still.
Alternative Exercises
Static Lying Triceps Extension
Static Lying Triceps Extension is a good workout that helps you to increase triceps strength, brings stability to your shoulders and arms, improves flexibility, and increases range of motion.
Tricep Dips
A bodyweight arm exercise lowering and lifting the body using parallel bars or a bench, targeting the triceps while improving upper-body pushing strength.
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