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Dumbbell Overhead Tricep Extension

Exercise Category:

Triceps

Equipment Required:

Dumbbell/s

To Set Up:

Begin standing with feet shoulder width apart. Position a dumbbell so that it is behind your head, with your palms supporting the head of the dumbbell. Your elbows should be pointing up.

To Perform:

Extend your elbows to press the dumbbell upward, taking care to avoid contacting the dumbbell with the back of your head. Pause for a moment with your elbows fully extended, before lowering the dumbbell back down.

Alternate:

Progression:

Regression:

Heavier Dumbbell

None

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