Triceps · Barbell · Intermediate

How to do Barbell Seated Overhead Triceps Extension

The barbell seated overhead triceps extension is an exercise that targets the triceps by extending the arms overhead while seated, using a barbell for resistance. It also engages the shoulders as secondary muscles.

Barbell Seated Overhead Triceps Extension demonstration
Primary muscle
Triceps
Also works
Shoulders
Equipment
Barbell
Level
Intermediate
Category
Triceps

How to do Barbell Seated Overhead Triceps Extension, step by step

  1. Sit on a bench with your back straight and feet flat on the ground.
  2. Hold a barbell with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart, and raise it overhead.
  3. Lower the barbell behind your head by bending your elbows, keeping your upper arms close to your head.
  4. Pause for a moment, then extend your arms to raise the barbell back to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Barbell Seated Overhead Triceps Extension works your triceps as the main mover, with help from your shoulders.

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Barbell Seated Overhead Triceps Extension is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.

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