Lying Dumbbell Triceps Extensions

Starting Position Lie on a bench with a dumbbell in your right hand. Extend right arm straight up with palm facing away from you. Rest your left hand on your abs.

Action INHALE: Lower the dumbbell toward the left shoulder, keeping upper arm stationary, until forearm is parallel with the ground.

EXHALE: Push weight back up to starting position and to complete one rep.

Finish all reps on one side and switch.

Special Instructions You may want to use your free arm to support the working arm by holding at the elbow to help keep the arm stationary.

Muscles Worked: Triceps

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