Single-arm Dumbbell Overhead Triceps Extension
Muscle Groups: Triceps
Single-arm Dumbbell Overhead Triceps Extension focuses on Triceps.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Single-arm Dumbbell Overhead Triceps Extension with proper form and technique.
- 1
Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in one hand.
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Extend the arm holding the dumbbell straight overhead, keeping your bicep close to your ear.
- 3
Keeping your elbow pointing forward and tucked close to your head, slowly bend your elbow to lower the dumbbell behind your head.
- 4
Lower the dumbbell until your forearm is parallel to the floor or you feel a good stretch in your triceps.
- 5
Engage your triceps to extend your arm, pushing the dumbbell back up to the starting overhead position.
- 6
Complete all repetitions on one arm before switching to the other.
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