Dumbbell Bench Tricep Extension | Adapt to Perform
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Dumbbell Bench Tricep Extension

Overview

The dumbbell bench tricep extension is a compound exercise that targets the triceps, which are the muscles on the back of the upper arm. This exercise is highly effective for isolating and strengthening the triceps while also engaging the shoulders and stabilizer muscles in the upper body.

Description

Let's get started by setting up a flat bench press. Then lie on the bench with your feet firmly on the floor. Grab your dumbbells and have them close to your ears with a bent elbow raised upwards.

This is the starting position.

From here, extend the dumbbells by extending at your elbows. Once fully extended start to lower the weights carefully back down to the starting position. This is one repetition, now repeat for the desired amount.

If you have limited gripping ability try using the Active Hands Gripping Aids to make this exercise as safe as possible.

Benefits

  • Triceps Strength: The exercise targets and isolates the triceps, helping to build strength and size in the back of the upper arms.
  • Arm Definition: Regularly performing tricep extensions can contribute to more defined and toned arms, especially in the back of the arms.
  • Upper Body Stability: The exercise engages the shoulders and stabilizer muscles, enhancing overall upper body stability and control during various movements.

Area focus

  • Arms
  • Push

Primary muscles

  • Triceps

Secondary muscles

Exercise type

Strength