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Dumbbell Decline Triceps Extension
Muscles involved
The dumbbell decline triceps extension gives the triceps a long range of motion. It builds size evenly on both arms.
How to do it
- Lie on your back on a decline bench with a dumbbell in each hand.
- Extend your arms upward, perpendicular to the floor, with palms facing each other.
- Lower the dumbbells in a circular motion until your thumbs are next to your ears, keeping your elbows inward.
- Return controllably to the starting position as you exhale.
Equipment required
Muscles worked
Tips
- Keep your elbows pointing forward and close to your head throughout the movement. - Lower the weights controllably, feeling the stretch in your triceps. - Extend your arms completely at the top, contracting your triceps forcefully.
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IntermedioFrequently asked questions
Dumbbell Decline Triceps Extension: which muscles does it work?
Dumbbell Decline Triceps Extension mainly works: Triceps. It also involves: Triceps brachii.
What is Dumbbell Decline Triceps Extension good for?
The dumbbell decline triceps extension gives the triceps a long range of motion. It builds size evenly on both arms.
How do you do Dumbbell Decline Triceps Extension with proper form?
- Keep your elbows pointing forward and close to your head throughout the movement. - Lower the weights controllably, feeling the stretch in your triceps. - Extend your arms completely at the top, contracting your triceps forcefully.
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