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Seated Dumbbell Overhead

Triceps Extensions

Target Region: Triceps

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INSTRUCTIONS

  • From a seated position using both hands, grab the dumbbell and lift it over your head until both arms are fully extended.

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  • The resistance should be resting in the palms of your hands with your thumbs around it. The palm of the hands should be facing up towards the ceiling. This will be your starting position.

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  • Keeping your upper arms close to your head with elbows in and perpendicular to the floor, lower the resistance in a semicircular motion behind your head until your forearms touch your biceps. Breathe in as you perform this step.

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  • Go back to the starting position by using the triceps to raise the dumbbell. Breathe out as you perform this step.

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  • Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

STARTING POSITION

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ENDING POSITION

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TIPS

  • The upper arms should remain stationary and only the forearms should move

VARIATIONS

  • Another way to perform this exercise is to use an Ez bar, Straight bar, or Hammer Bar

ALTERNATIVE EXERCISES

  • Lying Barbell Triceps Extensions

  • Seated Cable Overhead Triceps Extensions

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