Dumbbell Seated Single Arm Overhead Triceps Extension
Target and sculpt your triceps with the seated single-arm overhead dumbbell extension.
Description
A seated exercise that targets the triceps by extending a dumbbell overhead in a controlled manner.
How to Do Dumbbell Seated Single Arm Overhead Triceps Extension
- 1Setup
Sit on a bench with back support, holding one dumbbell in one hand with an overhand grip.
- 2Setup
Extend the dumbbell directly overhead with your arm fully straightened, palm facing forward, and your elbow close to your ear.
- 3
Inhale and slowly lower the dumbbell behind your head by flexing your elbow, keeping your upper arm stationary and close to your head.
- 4
Continue lowering until your forearm is parallel to the floor or a deep stretch is felt in the triceps.
- 5
Exhale and powerfully extend your elbow to push the dumbbell back to the starting overhead position, squeezing your triceps at the top.
Tips
- Keep your elbow pointing forward, not flaring out to the side, to maximize triceps engagement and reduce shoulder strain.
- Control both the lowering (eccentric) and lifting (concentric) phases to maintain constant tension on the triceps throughout the entire range of motion.
- Brace your core and keep your back pressed firmly against the bench to prevent excessive arching and maintain spinal stability.
- If you experience discomfort in your shoulder, try using a lighter weight or slightly adjusting your elbow position to find a comfortable range.
Common Mistakes
- ×Flaring the elbow out to the side reduces triceps isolation and can strain the shoulder; keep your elbow tucked in and pointing forward throughout the movement.
- ×Using momentum to lift the weight instead of pure triceps strength diminishes effectiveness; focus on a slow, controlled eccentric and a powerful, deliberate concentric contraction.
- ×Arching the lower back excessively can lead to injury; maintain a neutral spine by bracing your core and keeping your back in contact with the bench's backrest.
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