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Dumbbell Standing Triceps Extension

An exercise for the Upper Arms - correct movement demonstrated with detailed steps.

Body partUpper Arms Target muscleTriceps EquipmentDumbbell

Step by step

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in one hand.
  2. Raise the dumbbell overhead, keeping your arm straight.
  3. Bend your elbow and lower the dumbbell behind your head, keeping your upper arm stationary.
  4. Extend your arm back up to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Triceps (primary)Shoulders

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