Triceps · Barbell · Intermediate

How to do Barbell Standing Overhead Triceps Extension

The barbell standing overhead triceps extension is a strength exercise targeting the triceps, performed by holding a barbell overhead and lowering it behind the head before extending the arms to the starting position.

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

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

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell with an overhand grip.
  2. Raise the barbell overhead, fully extending your arms.
  3. Keeping your upper arms close to your head, slowly lower the barbell behind your head by bending your elbows.
  4. Pause for a moment, then raise the barbell back to the starting position by extending your arms.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

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

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