Barbell triceps extension

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

Muscle outlines from Body Muscles by Ivan Vulović, Apache 2.0 — regrouped and recoloured for Muscle Train.

How to perform

Lie on a bench with a barbell held in an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width. Press the weight upwards until your arms are fully extended, then lower the bar by bending your elbows to stretch your triceps. Return the barbell to the starting position to finish one rep.

Muscles Worked

Triceps
Secondary: Front Delt, Side Delt

Tips

Select a weight that allows for precise control. Ensure a complete range of motion for optimal triceps engagement. Warm up your muscles with dynamic movements and lighter sets. Engage your core to maintain stability throughout the movement.

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