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1.01
StrengthDumbbell

Dumbbell Decline Triceps Extension

Intensity
10–15 reps
MET
3.5energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Triceps100%
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Take three seconds to lower the dumbbells on every repetition.

  1. 1

    Lie on a decline bench with a dumbbell in each hand, arms extended above your chest.

  2. 2

    Keep your upper arms stationary, bend your elbows to lower the dumbbells towards your shoulders.

  3. 3

    Stop when the dumbbells are near your ears or shoulders, then extend your arms back to the starting position.

  4. 4

    Contract your triceps hard at the top of the movement.

  5. 5

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Expert tip

Keep your elbows stationary and pointed towards the ceiling to ensure maximum engagement of the triceps.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Letting the elbows flare outward
  • ✕Lowering the dumbbells past your forehead
  • ✕Moving the upper arms backward during descent
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