Tricep Extension (Overhead)

Free Weights: Yes Weight Machine: No

This exercise targets the Triceps which are responsible for extending the elbow. The exercise is done on seated on a bench or a chair

• Sit straight up in the chair. Your feet should be placed firmly on the ground.

• Hold one dumbbell using both your hands. Hold it such that it is over and a bit behind your head.

• Lower down the dumbbell behind your head. Lower it as far as you can. Do not move your elbows while doing so.

• Pause and then start raising the dumbbell. Keep raising it till your arms are fully extended over your head.

• Pause lower the dumbbell again.

Lower the dumbbell slowly. Your elbows should remain in the same position while you are raising and lowering the dumbbell.