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dumbbell incline triceps extension
dumbbell incline triceps extension is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Sit on an incline bench with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing inwards.
Step 2. Extend your arms fully overhead, keeping your elbows close to your head.
Step 3. Lower the dumbbells behind your head by bending your elbows, keeping your upper arms stationary.
Step 4. Pause for a moment, then raise the dumbbells 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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