Standing Dumbbell Triceps Extension

What is Standing Dumbbell Triceps Extension? Standing dumbbell triceps extension is a strength training exercise that targets the triceps muscles in the arms. It involves extending the arms overhead with a dumbbell in each hand while standing upright.

Tutorial

1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand.
2. Raise the dumbbells overhead, fully extending your arms.
3. Keeping your upper arms close to your head, bend your elbows to lower the dumbbells behind your head.
4. Extend your arms back to the starting position by straightening your elbows.
5. Repeat for the desired number of reps.

Common Mistakes

• Arching the back: Keep your core engaged and avoid arching your back to prevent strain.

• Moving the upper arms: Keep your upper arms stationary and only bend at the elbows. - Using excessive weight: Choose a weight that allows you to maintain proper form throughout the exercise.

Tips for Better Results

• Focus on controlled movements: Slow and controlled reps are more effective than swinging the weights.

• Engage the triceps: Squeeze your triceps at the top of the movement for better muscle activation. - Use a full range of motion: Lower the dumbbells as far as comfortably possible behind your head for optimal triceps engagement.

Muscles Worked

• Primary muscles: Triceps brachii - Secondary muscles: Deltoids (shoulders), forearms