Dumbbell Incline Triceps Extension (female)

Dumbbell Incline Triceps Extension demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Sit on an inclined bench holding a pair of dumbbells.
  • 2Reach your arms back and behind your head, bending at the elbow.
  • 3Extend your elbows while keeping your upper arms still.
  • 4Pause at the top of the motion, where your arms are fully extended.
  • 5Gradually lower the dumbbells back to the start position.

Tips:

  • Keep your upper arms stationary throughout the exercise.
  • Make sure that only your forearms are moving.
  • Squeeze your triceps at the top of the movement for extra emphasis.
  • Control your breathing. Inhale while lowering the weights and exhale while lifting them.

Dumbbell Incline Triceps Extension Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs