Standing One-Arm Dumbbell Triceps Extension
A beginner isolation strength exercise that works the triceps, using dumbbells.
Starting position
End position
How to Do Standing One-Arm Dumbbell Triceps Extension
- To begin, stand up with a dumbbell held in one hand. Your feet should be about shoulder width apart from each other. Now fully extend the arm with the dumbbell over your head. Tip: The small finger of your hand should be facing the ceiling and the palm of your hand should be facing forward. The dumbbell should be above your head.
- This will be your starting position.
- Keeping your upper arm close to your head (elbows in) and perpendicular to the floor, lower the resistance in a semicircular motion behind your head until your forearm touch your bicep. Tip: The upper arm should remain stationary and only the forearm 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.
- Switch arms and repeat the exercise.
Muscles Worked
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Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles do standing one-arm dumbbell triceps extension work?
Standing One-Arm Dumbbell Triceps Extension primarily works the triceps. The chest and shoulders assist as secondary muscles.
What equipment do I need for standing one-arm dumbbell triceps extension?
Standing One-Arm Dumbbell Triceps Extension uses dumbbells.
Standing One-Arm Dumbbell Triceps Extension: is it suitable for beginners?
Yes. Standing One-Arm 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 one-arm dumbbell triceps extension?
Standing Overhead Barbell Triceps Extension, Cable Incline Triceps Extension, Cable Lying Triceps Extension train the same primary muscles and are listed with 7 more alternatives above.
Can Fitnit count my standing one-arm 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 one-arm dumbbell triceps extension can be logged manually in the app, and tracked movements are added over time.
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