Overhead Tricep Extension

The Overhead Tricep Extension primarily works the Triceps (Lateral Head), Triceps (Long Head), Triceps (Medial Head), with secondary activation of the Anconeus and stabilizer support from the Anterior Deltoid, Rectus Abdominis, Transverse Abdominis. It is a dumbbell isolation exercise at beginner difficulty.

Single dumbbell overhead tricep extension lowering behind head.

EquipmentDumbbell
DifficultyBeginner
TypeIsolation
MovementExtension
ForcePush
LateralityBilateral
PrimaryTriceps (Lateral Head), Triceps (Long Head), Triceps (Medial Head)
SecondaryAnconeus

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
Primary Secondary Stabilizer

Primary Muscles

Secondary Muscles

Stabilizer Muscles

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Grasp dumbbells with firm grip. Execution: Extend through full range of motion against resistance. Return to starting position under control. Repeat. Comments: Maintain control throughout movement to fully engage the Triceps (Long Head), Triceps (Lateral Head), Triceps (Medial Head).

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