Seated Dumbbell Tricep Extension

A seated overhead extension lowering a dumbbell behind the head, stretching and working the triceps.

How to do it

1. Sit on a bench with a dumbbell held overhead in both hands.
2. Keep your upper arms vertical next to your ears.
3. Lower the dumbbell behind your head by bending your elbows.
4. Extend your arms to press the dumbbell back overhead.
5. Squeeze your triceps at the top.
6. Repeat for the desired number of reps.

Tips

• Keep your upper arms vertical next to your ears.
• Move only your forearms, keeping the elbows still.
• Brace your core to avoid arching your lower back.

Muscles

Primary: Triceps

Secondary: Front deltoid