Dumbbell Lying Triceps Extension

Target your triceps with the dumbbell lying triceps extension. Perform this isolation exercise on a flat bench to build strong, defined upper arms.

Intermediate

Isolation

Push

1 min per set2 min rest

Upper Arms

Dumbbell

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Description

A dumbbell exercise that targets the triceps while lying on a flat bench. This movement emphasizes all three heads of the triceps muscle.

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How to Do Dumbbell Lying Triceps Extension

1
Setup
Lie supine on a flat bench with your feet firmly planted on the floor, holding a dumbbell in each hand with a neutral grip (palms facing each other).
2
Setup
Extend your arms straight up above your chest, ensuring your elbows are slightly bent and pointed forward, not flared out to the sides.
3
Slowly lower the dumbbells by bending only your elbows, allowing the weights to descend towards the sides of your head until your forearms are close to your biceps. Inhale during this phase.
4
Contract your triceps to extend your elbows, pressing the dumbbells back up to the starting position with control. Exhale as you extend your arms.
5
Maintain a slight bend in your elbows at the top of the movement to keep tension on the triceps and avoid locking out the joint.

Tips

Keep your elbows tucked in and pointed forward throughout the movement to maximize triceps activation and reduce shoulder strain.
Control the descent of the dumbbells, focusing on a slow, deliberate eccentric phase to enhance muscle tension and growth.
Achieve a full range of motion by allowing the dumbbells to come close to your head at the bottom and extending your triceps fully at the top without locking your elbows.

Common Mistakes

×Flaring the elbows out to the sides reduces triceps isolation and places undue stress on the shoulder joints; keep your elbows tucked in and pointing forward.
×Using momentum to lift the weight rather than triceps strength decreases muscle activation; perform the movement slowly and with controlled triceps contraction.
×Not fully extending the elbows at the top limits the triceps' peak contraction; ensure a complete, controlled extension while avoiding lockout.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Dumbbell Lying Triceps Extension work?

Dumbbell Lying Triceps Extension primarily targets Triceps Brachii.

Is Dumbbell Lying Triceps Extension good for beginners?

Dumbbell Lying Triceps Extension is rated intermediate. Beginners can still attempt it with lighter weight and careful form, but it's best to master easier variations first.

What equipment do I need for Dumbbell Lying Triceps Extension?

You need Dumbbell to perform Dumbbell Lying Triceps Extension. If you don't have this equipment, look for variations that target the same muscles with what you have available.

What are the best tips for Dumbbell Lying Triceps Extension?

Keep your elbows tucked in and pointed forward throughout the movement to maximize triceps activation and reduce shoulder strain. Control the descent of the dumbbells, focusing on a slow, deliberate eccentric phase to enhance muscle tension and growth. Achieve a full range of motion by allowing the dumbbells to come close to your head at the bottom and extending your triceps fully at the top without locking your elbows.

What are common mistakes when doing Dumbbell Lying Triceps Extension?

Flaring the elbows out to the sides reduces triceps isolation and places undue stress on the shoulder joints; keep your elbows tucked in and pointing forward. Using momentum to lift the weight rather than triceps strength decreases muscle activation; perform the movement slowly and with controlled triceps contraction. Not fully extending the elbows at the top limits the triceps' peak contraction; ensure a complete, controlled extension while avoiding lockout.

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