Tricep Exercises

Lying Dumbbell Tricep Extension

This exercise uses gravity to increase the resistance of the weight.

Lying Dumbbell Tricep Extension - Step 1 Lying Dumbbell Tricep Extension - Step 2

Steps

  1. Lay on a flat bench with your head at one end and your feet panted firmly on the floor.
  2. Grasp a dumbbell with both hands (palms facing up) and raise it over your body.
  3. Your arms will be pointed towards the ceiling.
  4. While keeping your upper arms and elbows still, lower the dumbbell in an arc behind your head.
  5. Slowly raise the dumbbell back to the starting position.

Lying Dumbbell Tricep Extension - Muscles Worked

Primary Muscle: Triceps
Secondary Muscle: None
Equipment Type: Dumbbell

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