Triceps · Dumbbell · Beginner

How to do Dumbbell Seated One Arm Kickback

The dumbbell seated one arm kickback is an isolation exercise targeting the triceps, performed while seated on a bench. It requires a dumbbell and focuses on extending the arm backward to engage the triceps.

Dumbbell Seated One Arm Kickback demonstration
Primary muscle
Triceps
Also works
Shoulders
Equipment
Dumbbell
Level
Beginner
Category
Triceps

How to do Dumbbell Seated One Arm Kickback, step by step

  1. Sit on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and hold a dumbbell in one hand.
  2. Bend your torso forward at the waist, keeping your back straight and parallel to the ground.
  3. Extend your arm straight back, keeping your elbow close to your body.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch arms.

Muscles worked

Dumbbell Seated One Arm Kickback works your triceps as the main mover, with help from your shoulders.

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