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Overhead tricep extension GIF

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Male figure; the female figure follows.

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Worked muscles

  • TricepsMusculus triceps brachii
  • ShouldersMusculus deltoideus
  • ForearmsMusculi antebrachii
Equipment
Dumbbells
Level
beginner
Loop
One repetition, 3.13 seconds

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Part of the triceps extension pack, all 12 triceps extension variations: male figure (the female figure follows), GIF, WebP and MP4 at 480 and 720 px, commercial license.

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How to do a overhead tricep extension

  1. Sit tall on a bench and grip one dumbbell with both hands, raising it overhead.
  2. Keep your elbows pointing forward and tucked close to your head.
  3. Lower the dumbbell behind your head by bending only at the elbows.
  4. Extend your arms to press the weight back up until nearly straight.
  5. Squeeze the triceps at the top, then repeat under control.

Form tips

  • Keep your upper arms stationary and elbows pointing forward throughout.
  • Move only at the elbow joint to isolate the triceps.
  • Avoid arching your lower back by bracing your core.
  • Control the lowering phase and get a full stretch behind the head.

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