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Dumbbell Lying Triceps Extension

Expert Advice

Keep your elbows pointed towards the ceiling and avoid letting them flare out to maintain tension on the triceps.

How-to-do Steps

  1. Lie on a flat bench with a dumbbell in each hand, arms extended above your chest.
  2. Keep your elbows stationary and close to your head.
  3. Lower the dumbbells in a semi-circular motion behind your head until your forearms touch your biceps.
  4. Extend your arms back to the starting position, focusing on contracting your triceps.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Details

Primary
Triceps
Triceps100%
Secondary
100%Triceps
Equipment
Dumbbell
Dumbbell
Exercise Type
Strength