Dumbbell One Arm Triceps Extension (on bench)

Description

This unilateral exercise uses a dumbbell as resistance to target the triceps. This isolation exercise is great for increasing the overall strength and size of the arms.

Benefits

  • This isolation exercise trains the triceps unilaterally which will result in greater overall strength and size gains of individual tricep muscles.
  • This also requires the core to engage throughout the entire movement with its unilateral set up.
  • This will also help address any muscle imbalances between both arms.

Risks

  • This exercise is not recommended to individuals with any shoulder problems.
  • This is also not recommended to beginners with weak core strength.
  • This exercise can injure the lower back, shoulders, and elbows if not properly executed.
  • Proper resistance progression is advised to avoid injuries.

Additional Information

Target Muscles

Triceps

Secondary Muscles

Hip Flexors

Stabilizer Muscles

Forearms, Hip Adductors

Experience

Beginner (1-2 years)

Equipment

1 x Dumbbell, Flat Bench

Exercise Type

Strength

Exertion

40%

Cardio Intensity

10%

Force

Push

Mechanic

Isolated

Force Detail

Unilateral

Functions

N/A

Intensity

N/A

Bearing

N/A

Impact

N/A

Utilities

Basic, Auxiliary

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