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How to do Dumbbell Incline Triceps Extension

The dumbbell incline triceps extension is an isolation exercise targeting the triceps, performed on an incline bench to increase the stretch and activation of the triceps muscles.

Dumbbell Incline Triceps Extension demonstration
Primary muscle
Triceps
Also works
Shoulders
Equipment
Dumbbell
Level
Intermediate
Category
Triceps

How to do Dumbbell Incline Triceps Extension, step by step

  1. Sit on an incline bench with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing inwards.
  2. Extend your arms fully overhead, keeping your elbows close to your head.
  3. Lower the dumbbells behind your head by bending your elbows, keeping your upper arms stationary.
  4. Pause for a moment, then raise the dumbbells back to the starting position by extending your arms.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Dumbbell Incline Triceps Extension works your triceps as the main mover, with help from your shoulders.

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