dumbbell one arm triceps extension (on bench)
dumbbell one arm triceps extension (on bench) — highlighted muscle: triceps

Muscles worked

triceps, shoulders

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dumbbell one arm triceps extension (on bench)

Body part
upper arms
Equipment
dumbbell
Target muscle
triceps
Muscle group
shoulders

Secondary muscles

How to perform it

  1. 1

    Sit on a bench with your back straight and feet flat on the ground.

  2. 2

    Hold a dumbbell in one hand and place your other hand on the bench for support.

  3. 3

    Raise the dumbbell overhead, keeping your upper arm close to your head and your elbow pointing forward.

  4. 4

    Lower the dumbbell behind your head by bending your elbow, keeping your upper arm stationary.

  5. 5

    Extend your arm back up to the starting position, fully straightening your elbow.

  6. 6

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch arms.

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