Exercise technique

dumbbell standing bent over one arm triceps extension

The dumbbell standing bent over one arm triceps extension is an isolation exercise targeting the triceps, performed while bent over and extending the arm behind the body.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in one hand.
  2. Bend forward at the waist, keeping your back straight and parallel to the ground.
  3. Extend your arm straight back, keeping your elbow close to your body.
  4. Slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch arms.

Which other muscles are involved?

Shoulders, Back.

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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