Barbell lying triceps extension

Barbell lying triceps extension

The barbell lying triceps extension is a strength exercise targeting the triceps, performed by lying on a bench and lowering a barbell towards the forehead before extending the arms back up.

The barbell lying triceps extension is a strength exercise targeting the triceps, performed by lying on a bench and lowering a barbell towards the forehead before extending the arms back up.

The barbell lying triceps extension is a strength exercise targeting the triceps, performed by lying on a bench and lowering a barbell towards the forehead before extending the arms back up.

How to Do the Barbell lying triceps extension

How to Do the Barbell lying triceps extension

How to Do the Barbell lying triceps extension

Lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your head at the end of the bench. Hold the barbell with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart, and extend your arms straight up over your chest. Keeping your upper arms stationary, slowly lower the barbell towards your forehead by bending your elbows. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then extend your arms back up to the starting position. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Category

Strength

Target Muscle

Triceps

Triceps

Secondary Muscles

shoulders

Equipment

Barbell

Body Part

Upper arms

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