Standing Dumbbell Triceps Extension
A beginner isolation strength exercise that works the triceps, using dumbbells.
Starting position
End position
How to Do Standing Dumbbell Triceps Extension
- To begin, stand up with a dumbbell held by both hands. Your feet should be about shoulder width apart from each other. Slowly use both hands to grab the dumbbell and lift it over your head until both arms are fully extended.
- The resistance should be resting in the palms of your hands with your thumbs around it. The palm of the hands should be facing up towards the ceiling. This will be your starting position.
- Keeping your upper arms close to your head with elbows in and perpendicular to the floor, lower the resistance in a semicircular motion behind your head until your forearms touch your biceps. Tip: The upper arms should remain stationary and only the forearms should move. Breathe in as you perform this step.
- Go back to the starting position by using the triceps to raise the dumbbell. Breathe out as you perform this step.
- Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Muscles Worked
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Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles do standing dumbbell triceps extension work?
Standing Dumbbell Triceps Extension primarily works the triceps.
What equipment do I need for standing dumbbell triceps extension?
Standing Dumbbell Triceps Extension uses dumbbells.
Standing Dumbbell Triceps Extension: is it suitable for beginners?
Yes. Standing Dumbbell Triceps Extension is rated beginner. Movements you can learn in a session, with a low skill floor and a forgiving failure mode.
What can I do instead of standing dumbbell triceps extension?
Cable Incline Triceps Extension, Cable Lying Triceps Extension, Cable Rope Overhead Triceps Extension train the same primary muscles and are listed with 7 more alternatives above.
Can Fitnit count my standing dumbbell triceps extension reps automatically?
Not automatically yet. Fitnit's AI rep counting covers push-ups, squats, dumbbell curls, crunches and pull-ups today; standing dumbbell triceps extension can be logged manually in the app, and tracked movements are added over time.
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