How to do the Dumbbell Seated Reverse Grip One Arm Overhead Tricep Extension
Dumbbell Seated Reverse Grip One Arm Overhead Tricep Extension is a beginner single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Triceps in the Upper Arms region. Performed using dumbbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Shoulders.
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Dumbbell Seated Reverse Grip One Arm Overhead Tricep Extension at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Triceps
- Secondary muscles
- Shoulders
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Push
Dumbbell Seated Reverse Grip One Arm Overhead Tricep Extension step by step
- 1Sit on a bench with your back straight and feet flat on the ground.
- 2Hold a dumbbell with an underhand grip and extend your arm straight up overhead.
- 3Lower the dumbbell behind your head by bending your elbow, keeping your upper arm stationary.
- 4Pause for a moment, then extend your arm back up to the starting position.
- 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch arms.
Dumbbell Seated Reverse Grip One Arm Overhead Tricep Extension — questions
What muscles does the Dumbbell Seated Reverse Grip One Arm Overhead Tricep Extension work?
The Dumbbell Seated Reverse Grip One Arm Overhead Tricep Extension primarily targets the Triceps. It also recruits the Shoulders as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Seated Reverse Grip One Arm Overhead Tricep Extension?
You need dumbbell. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Dumbbell Seated Reverse Grip One Arm Overhead Tricep Extension suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is classed as a beginner movement: the pattern is simple enough to learn in a session and easy to scale by adjusting range of motion or load.
What can I do instead of the Dumbbell Seated Reverse Grip One Arm Overhead Tricep Extension?
Dumbbell Decline Triceps Extension, Dumbbell Incline Triceps Extension, Dumbbell Incline Two Arm Extension train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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