Exercise technique

dumbbell lying single extension

The dumbbell lying single extension is an isolation exercise targeting the triceps. It is performed lying on a bench, extending one arm at a time with a dumbbell, focusing on controlled movement and triceps engagement.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Lie flat on a bench with a dumbbell in one hand and your arm fully extended above your chest.
  2. Lower the dumbbell in a controlled manner towards your forehead, keeping your upper arm stationary.
  3. Pause briefly at the bottom of the movement, then extend your arm back to the starting position.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch arms.

Which other muscles are involved?

Shoulders.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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