How to do it
Pause with your arm fully straight for one second at lockout.
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Stand with feet hip-width apart, holding a dumbbell in one hand.
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Lean forward slightly, keeping your back straight.
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Bend your elbow to create a 90-degree angle.
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Extend your arm back until it is straight and parallel to your body.
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Return to the 90-degree angle position.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching arms.
Expert tip
Keep your elbow locked in place next to your body to ensure full tricep engagement without assistance from other muscle groups.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the elbow sag below the torso line
- ✕Bending the wrist during the extension phase
- ✕Rocking the torso forward to add momentum