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Dumbbell Overhead Tricep Extension

beginner Dumbbell

Overhead tricep stretch and contraction exercise.

Primary Muscles

Triceps

Instructions

Hold one dumbbell overhead with both hands. Lower behind head bending elbows, press back up to full extension.

Common Mistakes

Flaring elbows out, insufficient range of motion, going too heavy.

Variations

  • Cable Overhead Extension
  • EZ Bar Skullcrusher
  • Single Arm Overhead Extension