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dumbbell one arm triceps extension (on bench)

dumbbell one arm triceps extension (on bench) exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: triceps. Equipment: dumbbell.

dumbbell one arm triceps extension (on bench) exercise demonstration
Target muscle
triceps
Muscle group
shoulders
Body part
upper arms
Equipment
dumbbell

Secondary muscles

shoulders

How to perform

  1. Sit on a bench with your back straight and feet flat on the ground.
  2. Hold a dumbbell in one hand and place your other hand on the bench for support.
  3. Raise the dumbbell overhead, keeping your upper arm close to your head and your elbow pointing forward.
  4. Lower the dumbbell behind your head by bending your elbow, keeping your upper arm stationary.
  5. Extend your arm back up to the starting position, fully straightening your elbow.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch arms.