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dumbbell standing one arm extension
dumbbell standing one arm extension is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in one hand.
Step 2. Raise the dumbbell overhead, fully extending your arm.
Step 3. Keep your upper arm close to your head and perpendicular to the ground.
Step 4. Slowly lower the dumbbell behind your head, bending your elbow.
Step 5. Pause for a moment, then raise the dumbbell back 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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