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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 two arm dumbbell extension builds stronger, bigger triceps while improving arm definition. It targets the back of your arms for balanced upper body strength.

How To

1. Sit on a bench holding one dumbbell with both hands above your head, arms straight 2. Keep your upper arms still and slowly lower the two arm dumbbell extension weight behind your head 3. Lower until your elbows reach about 90 degrees, feeling a stretch in your triceps 4. Push the dumbbell back up to starting position using only your triceps 5. Complete your reps with control, keeping the two arm dumbbell extension movement smooth throughout

Form Tips

• Keep your elbows close together and pointing forward during the entire two arm dumbbell extension • Move only your forearms - your upper arms should stay locked in place • Control the weight on the way down, don't let gravity take over • Keep your core tight to protect your lower back during the two arm dumbbell extension

Common Mistakes

• Letting your elbows flare out wide instead of keeping them tight during two arm dumbbell extension • Using your shoulders and back instead of isolating your triceps • Lowering the weight too fast or using momentum to lift it back up during two arm dumbbell extension

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