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1.01
StrengthDumbbell

Dumbbell Incline Triceps Extension

Intensity
10–15 reps
MET
3.5energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Triceps100%
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Plant both feet flat on the floor to stabilize your body throughout the movement.

  1. 1

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

  2. 2

    Keep your elbows in place, bend your arms, and lower the dumbbells behind your head.

  3. 3

    Extend your arms to return to the starting position, focusing on using your triceps.

  4. 4

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Expert tip

Keep your upper arms stationary and only move your forearms to isolate the triceps effectively.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Hyperextending the wrists on each rep
  • ✕Arching the lower back off the bench
  • ✕Raising the head off the bench pad
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