Dumbbell Lying Triceps Extension

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Instructions:

  • 1Lie on a bench, a dumbbell in each hand, your palms facing each other
  • 2Extend your arms fully above your chest
  • 3Keep your elbows still, lower the dumbbells until they are beside your head
  • 4Lift the dumbbells back to the starting position
  • 5Repeat the desired number of times

Tips:

  • Do not lock your elbows at the top of the movement
  • Keep your upper arms stationary throughout the movement
  • Increase the weight or the number of repetitions to challenge yourself
  • Make sure to control your breathing throughout the exercise

Dumbbell Lying Triceps Extension Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs