Dumbbell Seated Single-Arm Overhead Triceps Extension
This exercise uses a dumbbell to work each arm individually.
- Equipment
- Dumbbell, Flat bench
- Muscle groups
- Arms
- Primary muscles
- Triceps
How to perform this exercise
- Sit on a bench with your back straight and your abs drawn in.
- Grasp a dumbbell in your hand and place it behind your neck with your elbow bent.
- Slowly extend your arm straight up over your head and slowly return to the 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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