Dumbbell One Arm Triceps 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
- One Arm Dumbbell Tricep Extension
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Dumbbell One Arm Triceps Extension
- Stand or sit with a dumbbell in one hand and lift it above your head.
- Keep your arm close to your head and elbow in.
- Slowly lower the dumbbell behind your head while keeping your upper arm stationary.
- Raise the dumbbell back to the starting position while engaging your triceps.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Flaring elbows out while extending.
- Using momentum to lift the dumbbell instead of muscle strength.
- Allowing the upper arm to move away from the head.
Modifications
- Use a lighter dumbbell to begin with if you're new to the exercise.
- Perform the exercise seated to enhance stability.
Tips
- Keep your elbow close to your head while performing the extension.
- Control the weight on the way down to avoid straining your triceps.
- Engage your core to maintain balance and proper posture.
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