Exercise technique

dumbbell tricep kickback with stork stance

The dumbbell tricep kickback with stork stance is a variation of the traditional tricep kickback that incorporates a balance challenge by having the exerciser stand on one leg (stork stance) while performing the movement. This targets the triceps while also engaging the core and stabilizing muscles.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in your right hand.
  2. Bend your knees slightly and hinge forward at the hips, keeping your back straight.
  3. Bring your right elbow up to your side, keeping it bent at a 90-degree angle.
  4. Extend your right arm straight back, squeezing your triceps.
  5. Pause for a moment, then slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch sides.

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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