Barbell Seated Overhead Triceps Extension
This exercise uses a barbell behind your neck to isolate the triceps effectively.
- Equipment
- Barbell, Flat bench
- Muscle groups
- Arms
- Primary muscles
- Triceps
How to perform this exercise
- Sit on a short straight back chair with your feet firmly placed on the floor and your back straight.
- Grasp an EZ or Curl bar, or barbell with a grip about 6 inches apart.
- Raise the bar to arms length above your head and then lower the bar in an arc towards the floor behind your head.
- Return to starting position.
Use a controlled range of motion and a load you can manage. Stop if a movement causes pain. Ask a qualified coach for help with unfamiliar exercises.
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