Barbell standing overhead triceps extension

Muscles worked: Upper arms
Upper arms
🔧 Barbell ↕ Push 🏋️ kg × reps Difficulty:

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How to perform

Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell with an overhand grip. Lift the barbell overhead, extending arms. Inhale, slowly lower the barbell behind your head, keeping elbows stationary. Exhale, extend arms back to the starting position, contracting triceps. Repeat with control.

Muscles Worked

Triceps

Tips

Engage your core for stability. Keep elbows close to your head to target triceps. Choose a weight allowing proper form. Control the movement, avoiding momentum. Focus on the triceps stretch and contraction.

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