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Overhead Tricep Extension
armsintermediate
"Overhead extensions hit the long head of the triceps like nothing else."
— Arnold Schwarzenegger
Description
Stretches and works the long head of the triceps. Hold a dumbbell overhead and lower behind your head.
Equipment
dumbbell
Tips
- 1.Keep elbows close to your head
- 2.Get a full stretch
- 3.Dont not let elbows flare
Common Mistakes
- ✗Flaring elbows wide
- ✗Using too much weight
- ✗Not getting full stretch
Variations
Cable overhead extensionBarbell overhead extensionFrench press