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Dumbbell standing alternating tricep kickback

The dumbbell standing alternating tricep kickback is an exercise targeting the triceps. It involves standing with a slight bend in the knees, leaning forward at the hips, and extending each arm back alternately while holding a dumbbell.

How to perform: Dumbbell standing alternating tricep kickback

At a glance

Area
Upper arms
Main muscle
Triceps
Equipment
Dumbbell
Level
Intermediate

Form tips

  • Keep your back straight and core engaged.
  • Avoid swinging the dumbbells; use controlled movements.
  • Keep your upper arms stationary and only move your forearms.
  • Exhale as you extend your arm back.
  • Start with lighter weights to master the form.

What to watch out for

  • shoulder injuries
  • elbow injuries
  • lower back pain

Also known as

Calci indietro alternati con manubri in piedi, standing tricep kickback, alternating tricep kickback, tricep kickback, upper arm exercises, dumbbell tricep exercises

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