Overhead Triceps Extension
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The overhead triceps extension holds one dumbbell in both hands overhead, elbows pointing forward, and lowers it behind your head before pressing back to straight arms. It isolates the triceps under a deep stretch, best kept light while your shoulders warm up. Beginners use it at home or in the gym for weight and reps, as a main lift or a finisher.
- Muscles
- Triceps
- Equipment
- Dumbbells
- Logged as
- Weight and reps
How to
- Hold one dumbbell with both hands overhead.
- Keep your elbows close to your head.
- Lower the dumbbell behind your head until your forearms touch your biceps.
- Extend back to straight arms.
Form cues
- Keep your elbows still, pointing forward the whole time.
- Brace your core so your ribs do not flare.
- Lower the dumbbell slowly, feeling the stretch in your triceps.
Common mistakes
- Elbows flare out to the sides. Keep your elbows narrow, brushing your ears.
- Lower back arches as the dumbbell drops. Brace your core and keep your ribs down.
- Head pushes forward to make room. Keep your head neutral and elbows behind it.
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