Abs Exercises

Single-Arm Dumbbell Overhead Triceps Extension

Skill Level Beginner
Type Strength Training
Equipment Dumbbells
Body parts Abs, Shoulders, Triceps

The dumbbell overhead triceps extension is a single-joint exercise that targets the triceps while increasing stability throughout the core and the shoulder regions.

Instructions

Brace core and begin with feet shoulder-width apart. Grab a dumbbell with one hand and position it behind head with elbow flexed to 90 degrees. The opposite hand should be placed firmly on hip.
Contract tricep and press dumbbell upwards until arm becomes fully extended. Pause and return weight back to starting position.

Trainer’s Tips

Weight should move in a controlled manner.
Chin should remain parallel to floor and core braced throughout duration of exercise.

Advanced variations

Static Lying Triceps Extension
Seated EZ-Bar Overhead Triceps Extension
Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension
Static Lying Triceps Extension
Single-Arm Dumbbell Overhead Triceps Extension
Seated Barbell Overhead Triceps Extension