This exercise involves holding a dumbbell with both hands and extending it behind your head to work the triceps muscles. It is a great exercise for building strength and definition in the arms.
Type
Strength
Equipment
Dumbbell
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Targets the triceps muscles, helping to tone and strengthen them
- Improves overall arm strength and definition
- Can be done with a variety of weights, making it accessible for people of different fitness levels
- Engages the core muscles for added stability and balance
- Can be easily modified to target different areas of the triceps muscle
- Helps to improve range of motion in the arms and shoulders
- Can be done at home or in the gym with minimal equipment
How to perform
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in both hands behind your head, with your elbows bent and pointing upwards.
- Extend your arms upwards, straightening your elbows and lifting the dumbbell above your head.
- Slowly lower the dumbbell back down behind your head, bending your elbows and keeping them pointing upwards.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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BACK VIEW
Triceps
Primary