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Single-Arm Tricep Extension

Main muscle
Triceps
Muscle group
Arms
Equipment
Dumbbells

How to do it

  1. 1Sit or stand holding a dumbbell overhead in one hand.
  2. 2Keep your upper arm close to your head, elbow pointing up.
  3. 3Lower the dumbbell behind your head by bending your elbow.
  4. 4Extend your elbow to press the dumbbell back overhead.
  5. 5Squeeze your tricep hard at the top of the extension.

Coaching cues

  • Elbow stays pointed up
  • Lower with control
  • Squeeze at lockout
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