Exercise technique

dumbbells seated triceps extension

The dumbbells seated triceps extension is an isolation exercise targeting the triceps, performed while seated with a dumbbell held overhead. It is effective for building triceps strength and size.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Sit on a bench with your back straight and feet flat on the ground.
  2. Hold a dumbbell in both hands with an overhand grip, and raise it above your head.
  3. Bend your elbows and lower the dumbbell behind your head, keeping your upper arms close to your ears.
  4. Extend your arms and raise the dumbbell back to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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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