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dumbbell seated bench extension
dumbbell seated bench extension is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Sit on a bench with your back straight and feet flat on the ground.
Step 2. Hold a dumbbell with both hands and extend your arms straight up above your head.
Step 3. Slowly lower the dumbbell behind your head, keeping your elbows close to your ears.
Step 4. Pause for a moment, then raise the dumbbell back up to the starting position.
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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