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How to do Dumbbell Forward Lunge Triceps Extension

The dumbbell forward lunge triceps extension is a compound exercise that combines a lower body lunge with an overhead triceps extension, engaging the triceps, shoulders, core, and legs.

Dumbbell Forward Lunge Triceps Extension demonstration
Primary muscle
Triceps
Also works
Shoulders and Core
Equipment
Dumbbell
Level
Intermediate
Category
Triceps

How to do Dumbbell Forward Lunge Triceps Extension, step by step

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand.
  2. Take a step forward with your right foot, lowering your body into a lunge position.
  3. Keep your back straight and your chest up.
  4. Extend your arms straight overhead, keeping your elbows close to your ears.
  5. Lower the dumbbells behind your head by bending your elbows.
  6. Pause for a moment, then straighten your arms to return to the starting position.
  7. Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions, then switch legs and repeat.

Muscles worked

Dumbbell Forward Lunge Triceps Extension works your triceps as the main mover, with help from your shoulders and core.

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Dumbbell Forward Lunge 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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