Single-arm dumbbell overhead triceps extension

One dumbbell

Also called one arm dumbbell triceps extension, single arm overhead triceps extension

Single-arm dumbbell overhead triceps extension, start positionSingle-arm dumbbell overhead triceps extension, end position
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Hold one dumbbell overhead in one hand, lower it behind the head by bending the elbow, then extend back up to the top.

  1. Keep the upper arm close to the head
  2. Full stretch behind the head
  3. Keep ribs down, no arching

Movement

Pattern
Elbow extension
Type
Isolation, one joint moves
Sides
One side at a time
Equipment
Dumbbells

Muscles worked

Main movers get full credit for a set, helpers half.

Upper body

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