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How to do Exercise Ball Supine Triceps Extension

The exercise ball supine triceps extension is a strength exercise targeting the triceps, performed while lying on an exercise ball and using a dumbbell. It also engages the shoulders and requires core stability to maintain balance on the ball.

Exercise Ball Supine Triceps Extension demonstration
Primary muscle
Triceps
Also works
Shoulders
Equipment
Dumbbell
Level
Intermediate
Category
Triceps

How to do Exercise Ball Supine Triceps Extension, step by step

  1. Sit on an exercise ball with your feet flat on the ground and your knees bent at a 90-degree angle.
  2. Hold a dumbbell with both hands and extend your arms straight up towards the ceiling.
  3. Slowly lower the dumbbell behind your head, keeping your elbows close to your ears.
  4. Pause for a moment, then raise the dumbbell back up to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Exercise Ball Supine Triceps Extension works your triceps as the main mover, with help from your shoulders.

Track Exercise Ball Supine Triceps Extension in SPLYT

Exercise Ball Supine 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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