How do you perform Seated Triceps Extension?
- Sit upright on a bench or chair with a dumbbell in each hand or one dumbbell in both hands.
- Stretch your arms up and push the dumbbell(s) above your head.
- Bend your elbows and lower the dumbbell(s).
- Always keep your upper arms vertical and only lower your forearms.
- Raise your arms back up and repeat.
- Keep your abs tight and your back straight.
- Inhale as you lower the dumbbells and exhale as you push them up.
Common faults
- Excessive pressure on the elbows.
- Insufficient weight control when performing.
- Insufficient reach when extending the arms.
- Insufficient trunk stabilization during execution.
- Insufficient depth in the movement.