Lying Dumbbell Tricep Extension

Lying Dumbbell Tricep Extension How To

Why do it?

Dumbbell Tricep Extension works each triceps in isolation in front of your head on a bench. This provides a good crossover with other horizontal pushing movements where your elbows stay in front of your chest.

Form Check

Elbow fixed Elbow vertical
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Instructions

  1. Begin with a single dumbbell by your side
  2. Lay back on a flat bench
  3. Press the dumbbell above your head until your arm is straight
  4. Support your elbow with the alternate hand to keep it in a stable position
Lying Dumbbell Tricep Extension
  1. Lower the dumbbell past your head until the dumbbell reaches ear level, keeping the elbow in the same position
Lying Dumbbell Tricep Extension
  1. Raise the dumbbell back to vertical using your tricep
Lying Dumbbell Tricep Extension

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