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Overhead Tricep Extension
An isolation exercise for the triceps emphasizing the long head.
What this exercise works
- Muscles
- triceps brachii
- Goals
- hypertrophy
- Equipment
- Dumbbells
- Category
- Strength
- Difficulty
- beginner
Demonstration
Step 1
Step 2
How to perform the movement
- Stand or sit holding a dumbbell overhead with both hands.
- Lower the dumbbell behind your head by bending your elbows.
- Extend your arms back to the starting position.
- Keep your elbows close to your head throughout.
- Repeat.
Technique cues and common mistakes
- Keep your ribs down and avoid arching your lower back.
- Lower until you feel a deep stretch in your triceps.
- Check your grip is secure before lowering the dumbbell behind your head.