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Exercise Details

Target Muscle Group

Triceps

Equipment Required

Dumbbells

Experience Level

Beginner

Force Type

Push

Secondary Muscles

Shoulders

Exercise Description

The dumbbell overhead tricep extension builds bigger, stronger triceps by working them through a full range of motion. It's one of the best moves for adding size to your arms.

How To

1. Hold one dumbbell with both hands behind your head, arms bent at 90 degrees 2. Keep your upper arms still and extend the weight up by straightening your elbows 3. Squeeze your triceps hard at the top of the dumbbell overhead tricep extension movement 4. Lower the weight back down slowly until you feel a stretch in your triceps 5. Repeat for your target reps, keeping your core tight throughout the dumbbell overhead tricep extension

Form Tips

• Keep your elbows pointing forward throughout the entire dumbbell overhead tricep extension • Only move your forearms - your upper arms should stay locked in place • Control the weight on the way down to get maximum muscle activation • Keep your core tight to avoid arching your back during the dumbbell overhead tricep extension

Common Mistakes

• Letting your elbows flare out to the sides instead of keeping them forward during the dumbbell overhead tricep extension • Using your shoulders to help lift the weight instead of isolating your triceps • Dropping the weight too fast on the way down, missing out on the muscle-building benefits of the dumbbell overhead tricep extension

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