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Dumbbell Pronate grip Triceps Extension
Muscles involved
The dumbbell pronated grip triceps extension isolates the triceps lying down. It adds size to the back of the arm.
How to do it
- Stand holding a dumbbell with both hands overhead, gripping it by the inner plates with palms facing up (pronated grip).
- Keeping your upper arms stationary and close to your head, slowly lower the dumbbell behind your head by bending your elbows.
- Pause at the bottom, feeling a stretch in your triceps.
- Extend your arms to press the dumbbell back to the starting overhead position.
Equipment required
Muscles worked
Tips
- Keep your upper arms close to your head and stationary. - Control the dumbbell's descent, feeling a stretch in your triceps. - Squeeze your triceps to press the weight back overhead. - Keep your core tight to stabilize your torso.
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IntermedioFrequently asked questions
Dumbbell Pronate grip Triceps Extension: which muscles does it work?
Dumbbell Pronate grip Triceps Extension mainly works: Triceps. It also involves: Triceps brachii.
What is Dumbbell Pronate grip Triceps Extension good for?
The dumbbell pronated grip triceps extension isolates the triceps lying down. It adds size to the back of the arm.
How do you do Dumbbell Pronate grip Triceps Extension with proper form?
- Keep your upper arms close to your head and stationary. - Control the dumbbell's descent, feeling a stretch in your triceps. - Squeeze your triceps to press the weight back overhead. - Keep your core tight to stabilize your torso.
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