Dumbbell One Arm Triceps Extension (on bench)

How to do it

Sit tall against the back support and brace your core before each rep.

1. 1

   Sit on a bench with a back support and hold a dumbbell with one hand.

2. 2

   Extend your arm overhead, keeping your elbow close to your head.

3. 3

   Lower the dumbbell behind your head by bending at the elbow.

4. 4

   Extend your arm back to the starting position, focusing on contracting your triceps.

5. 5

   Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching arms.

Common mistakes

• ✕Flaring the loaded elbow out to the side
• ✕Letting the dumbbell drift away from the head
• ✕Bending the wrist backward under the load