Dumbbell Curl Press Extension Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Triceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Triceps Brachii
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Triceps Dumbbell Extension
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Dumbbell Curl Press Extension
- Stand or sit with a dumbbell in both hands above your head, arms extended.
- Lower the dumbbell behind your head by bending your elbows.
- Extend your arms to lift the dumbbell back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Overextending the elbows.
- Using momentum instead of muscle strength.
- Allowing elbows to flare out.
Modifications
- Use lighter dumbbells for beginners to master the form.
- Perform the exercise seated for better stability.
Tips
- Maintain a straight back to avoid strain.
- Focus on control rather than speed during the extension.
- Keep your elbows close to your body.
Dumbbell Curl Press Extension Alternatives
Tags
triceps
upper arms
strength
dumbbell
resistance
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