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olympic barbell triceps extension

olympic barbell triceps extension exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: triceps. Equipment: olympic barbell.

olympic barbell triceps extension exercise demonstration
Target muscle
triceps
Muscle group
shoulders
Body part
upper arms
Equipment
olympic barbell

Secondary muscles

shoulders

How to perform

  1. Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and holding the barbell with an overhand grip.
  2. Raise the barbell above your head, fully extending your arms.
  3. Keeping your upper arms close to your head, slowly lower the barbell behind your head by bending your elbows.
  4. Pause for a moment, then extend your arms back to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.