Overhead Two-Arm Triceps Extension

Alternative Names

DB Overhead Triceps Extension, Dumbbell Overhead Triceps Extension, Standing DB Overhead Triceps Extension, Standing Dumbbell Overhead Triceps Extension

Muscles Worked

Legend

Target Muscles
Secondary Muscles
Stabilizer Muscles

Description

This overhead exercise is a good isolation movement that mainly targets the triceps muscles of the arm. Add this workout to any routine to help improve the overall strength and size of the arms.

Benefits

  • This isolation exercise targets mainly the triceps muscles of both arms.
  • This exercise will help improve the strength and size of the arms.

Risks

  • If not correctly executed, this exercise can injure the lower back.
  • This exercise can also hurt the shoulders, elbows, and wrists with poor form.
  • Proper execution and progression of resistance are a must to avoid injuries.
  • Beginners should always start with light resistance and practice good form first.

Additional Information

Target Muscles

Triceps

Secondary Muscles

Shoulders

Stabilizer Muscles

N/A

Experience

Beginner (1-2 years)

Equipment

1 x Dumbbell

Exercise Type

Strength

Exertion

40%

Cardio Intensity

10%

Force

Push

Mechanic

Isolated

Force Detail

Bilateral

Functions

N/A

Intensity

N/A

Bearing

N/A

Impact

N/A

Utilities

N/A

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