Lying Dumbbell Tricep Extension

Train your triceps with this functional dumbbells exercise.

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Instructions

  1. Lie down slowly on a flat bench while holding two dumbbells directly in front of you. Your arms should be fully extended at a 90-degree angle from your torso and the floor. The palms should be facing in and the elbows should be tucked in. This is the starting position. for best results.
  2. As you breathe in and you keep the upper arms stationary with the elbows in, slowly lower the weight until the dumbbells are near your ears. for best results.
  3. At that point, while keeping the elbows in and the upper arms stationary, use the triceps to bring the weight back up to the starting position as you breathe out. for best results.
  4. Repeat this exercise for the recommended amount of repetitions. for best results.