How to do overhead dumbbell triceps extension

Coach's Tips

Hold the dumbbells and straighten your arms above your head.

Start Position

1. Keep your elbows close to your body for the duration of the movement.

2. Maintain control of the dumbbells at all times.

3. Do not fully extend your arms at the top position.

4. Refrain from using momentum to lift the dumbbells.

Proper Form

1. With elbows close to your body, raise the weights toward your chest.

2. Extend your arms to lift the dumbbells overhead.

3. Gradually lower the dumbbells back to your chest, keeping elbows near your sides.

4. Continue the movement for the set number of repetitions.

Breathing Technique

1. Breathe in as you lift the dumbbells toward your chest.

2. Breathe out as you extend your arms and bring the dumbbells overhead.

3. Inhale as you return the dumbbells to your chest.

Precautions

1. Stand with feet at shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand.

2. Position the dumbbells in front of your thighs with palms facing each other.