EZ-Bar Overhead Triceps Extension
Muscle Groups: Triceps
EZ-Bar Overhead Triceps Extension focuses on Triceps, with Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform EZ-Bar Overhead Triceps Extension with proper form and technique.
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Sit upright on a flat bench, holding an EZ bar overhead with an overhand, shoulder-width grip.
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Keeping your upper arms stationary, slowly lower the EZ bar behind your head by bending your elbows.
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Extend your elbows to press the EZ bar back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms overhead.
Secondary Muscles
While EZ-Bar Overhead Triceps Extension primarily targets Triceps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Shoulders . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
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If you enjoyed EZ-Bar Overhead Triceps Extension, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as EZ-Bar Overhead Triceps Extension, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
