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barbell standing overhead triceps extension
barbell standing overhead triceps extension is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell with an overhand grip.
Step 2. Raise the barbell overhead, fully extending your arms.
Step 3. Keeping your upper arms close to your head, slowly lower the barbell behind your head by bending your elbows.
Step 4. Pause for a moment, then raise the barbell back to the starting position by extending your arms.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
triceps
Secondary muscles
shoulders
Primary body parts
triceps
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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