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    Dumbbell Seated Bent Over Triceps Extension Exercise Guide

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    Exercise Profile

    Target
    Triceps Brachii
    Equipment
    Dumbbell
    Body Part
    Upper Arms
    Primary Muscle
    Triceps Brachii
    Intensity
    medium
    Category
    strength
    Skill Level
    intermediate
    Estimated Calories
    4
    Alternate Names
    Seated Triceps Extension

    Visualised Target Muscle Groups

    Front

    Body muscles front

    Back

    Body muscles back

    How to: Dumbbell Seated Bent Over Triceps Extension

    1. Sit on a bench with your feet flat on the ground.
    2. Hold a dumbbell with both hands, extending your arms overhead.
    3. Slowly bend your elbows to lower the dumbbell behind your head.
    4. Press back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.

    Common Mistakes

    • Bending the back while lifting.
    • Using momentum instead of muscle strength.
    • Not fully extending the arms at the top.

    Modifications

    • Use a lighter weight.
    • Perform the exercise seated with back support.

    Tips

    • Keep your back straight and do not arch your spine.
    • Focus on controlling the movement to maximize muscle engagement.
    • Use a weight that allows you to maintain good form.

    Dumbbell Seated Bent Over Triceps Extension Alternatives

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    Body Part: Upper Arms

    Tags

    triceps
    strength
    seated
    dumbbell
    upper arms
    extension

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