Barbell Standing Overhead Triceps Extension Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Triceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Triceps Brachii
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Standing Triceps Extension, Overhead Triceps Extension
How to: Barbell Standing Overhead Triceps Extension
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell above your head with both hands, arms extended.
- Bend your elbows to lower the barbell behind your head, keeping your elbows close to your ears.
- Extend your arms back to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Not keeping the elbows close to the head.
- Using too much weight and sacrificing form.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight.
- Perform the exercise seated for more stability.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged for stability.
- Avoid locking your elbows to reduce stress on the joints.
Barbell Standing Overhead Triceps Extension Alternatives
Tags
triceps
strength
arms
overhead
fitness
weightlifting