How to do the Dumbbell Seated Triceps Extension
Dumbbell Seated Triceps 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.
Dumbbell Seated Triceps Extension demonstration · © GymiaFit
Dumbbell Seated Triceps Extension at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Triceps
- Secondary muscles
- Shoulders
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Push
Dumbbell Seated Triceps Extension step by step
- 1Sit on a bench with your back straight and feet flat on the ground.
- 2Hold a dumbbell with both hands and extend your arms straight up overhead.
- 3Bend your elbows and lower the dumbbell behind your head, keeping your upper arms close to your ears.
- 4Pause for a moment, then straighten your arms and return to the starting position.
- 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Dumbbell Seated Triceps Extension — questions
What muscles does the Dumbbell Seated Triceps Extension work?
The Dumbbell Seated Triceps Extension primarily targets the Triceps. It also recruits the Shoulders as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Seated Triceps 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 Triceps 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 Triceps 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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