Dumbbell Lying Alternate Extension Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Triceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Triceps Brachii
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Alternating Dumbbell Tricep Extension
How to: Dumbbell Lying Alternate Extension
- Lie on a bench with a dumbbell in each hand, arms extended above your head.
- Keeping your elbows fixed, lower one dumbbell behind your head, then return to the start position.
- Repeat with the other arm.
Common Mistakes
- Flaring elbows out instead of keeping them tucked in.
- Using momentum to lift the weights instead of controlled movements.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights.
- Perform the exercise seated for better stability.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your ears as you extend the dumbbells.
- Ensure that your movements are controlled to avoid injury.
Dumbbell Lying Alternate Extension Alternatives
Tags
triceps
strength
dumbbell
upper arms
extension
resistance training