Dumbbells seated triceps extension
The dumbbells seated triceps extension is an isolation exercise targeting the triceps. It involves sitting on a bench with a back support, holding a dumbbell with both hands, and extending the arms overhead to work the triceps.
At a glance
- Area
- Upper arms
- Main muscle
- Triceps
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your elbows close to your head.
- Do not arch your back.
- Lower the dumbbell slowly to avoid injury.
- Use a weight that allows you to maintain proper form.
What to watch out for
- shoulder injuries
- elbow injuries
- limited shoulder mobility
Also known as
Estensioni tricipiti seduto con manubri, seated dumbbell triceps press, seated dumbbell overhead triceps extension, seated triceps extension, triceps extension, overhead triceps extension, dumbbell triceps extension