Dumbbell lying elbow press
The dumbbell lying elbow press is an effective exercise targeting the triceps. Performed while lying on a bench, this exercise involves pressing dumbbells upwards by extending the elbows, engaging the triceps throughout the movement.
At a glance
- Area
- Upper arms
- Main muscle
- Triceps
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your elbows close to your body to maximize triceps engagement.
- Avoid locking out your elbows at the top of the movement to maintain tension on the triceps.
- Control the movement and avoid using momentum.
What to watch out for
- shoulder injuries
- elbow injuries
- wrist pain
Also known as
Distensioni con manubri per tricipiti su panca, dumbbell triceps press, dumbbell lying triceps extension, triceps dumbbell press, lying triceps extension, dumbbell triceps extension