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How to do the Overhead Tricep Extension - Learn Proper Overhead Tricep Extension Form
- Step 1: With a dumbbell in hand, sit at a flat bench and plant your feet shoulder width apart.
- Step 2: Use two hands to grasp the dumbbell in a perpendicular fashion with palms facing in and up underneath the top bell.
- Step 3: Carefully raise the dumbbell straight overhead for your starting position.
- Step 4: Inhale as you use your forearms to lower the dumbbell, keeping your arms close to your head and bending your elbows completely.
- Step 5: Exhale as you use your triceps to raise the dumbbell back to the starting position.
- Step 6: Repeat for a complete set.
Overhead Tricep Extension Variations and Overhead Tricep Extension Alternatives
- Variation 1: Perform this exercise in a standing position.
- Variation 2: Place a dumbbell in one hand and alternate sides.
- Variation 3: Use an E-Z bar instead of a dumbbell.
- Variation 4: Use a pulley machine instead of a dumbbell.
Overhead Tricep Extension Tips
- Tip 1: To reduce risk of injury, use a spotter to hand you the dumbbell.
- Tip 2: Use a lower weight resistance until your triceps are stronger to avoid injury.
- Tip 3: Only do this exercise seated if you have back problems.
Overhead Tricep Extension Records and Overhead Tricep Extension Statistics from Site Users
| STATISTIC DESCRIPTION | MALE | FEMALE |
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| # of times this exercise has been used: | 99 | 18 |
| Average weight for this exercise: | 55 pounds | 17 pounds |
| # of workout plans that include this exercise: | 21 | 21 |
| Popularity Rank (based on number of workouts): | 133 | 133 |
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Overhead Tricep Extension Chart - Average Overhead Tricep Extension Weight Lifted
Overhead Tricep Extension - Similar Exercises
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Alternating Skull Crusher | Triceps | Intermediate |
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Behind Head Skull Crusher | Triceps | Intermediate |
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Bench Dip | Triceps | Beginner |
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Chin Skull Crusher | Triceps | Intermediate |
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Close-Grip Bench Press | Triceps | Beginner |
Overhead Tricep Extension Workout Programs (Workout Plans that use the Overhead Tricep Extension)
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Firefighter Workout Plan | Intermediate |
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Ronnie Coleman Workout Plan | Expert |
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Upper Body Workout Plan | Intermediate |
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Pyramid Workout Plan | Expert |
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Arm Workout Plan | Intermediate |
Overhead Tricep Extension Muscles Worked
Overhead Tricep Extension Equipment
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| Dumbbells |
| Flat Bench |
Overhead Tricep Extension Training Details
The overhead tricep extension is a free weights exercise that primarily targets the triceps and to a lesser degree also targets the .
The only overhead tricep extension equipment that you really need is the following: dumbbells and flat bench. There are however many different overhead tricep extension variations that you can try out that may require different types of overhead tricep extension equipment or maye even require no equipment at all.
Learning proper overhead tricep extension form is easy with the step by step overhead tricep extension instructions, overhead tricep extension tips, and the instructional overhead tricep extension technique video on this page. The overhead tricep extension is a push exercise for those with a beginner level of physical fitness and exercise experience. Watch the overhead tricep extension video, learn how to do the overhead tricep extension, and then be sure and browse through the overhead tricep extension workouts on our workout plans page!
Overhead Tricep Extension Sports
Overhead Tricep Extension Force Type: Push
Overhead Tricep Extension Mechanics Type: Isolation
Overhead Tricep Extension Other Names: Seated Dumbbell Triceps Press, seated dumbbell triceps extensions, french press, tricep overhead press, Overhead Triceps Extensions, Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extensions
