Bodyweight
Assisted Standing Triceps Extension (With Towel)
Triceps · Upper Arms
Beginner6
Demonstration
IntermediateCompoundDumbbell
Dumbbell Incline Hammer Press On Exercise Ball
Triceps · Upper Arms
4
sets
6–8
reps
2m
Rest time
~9
Calories / set
Instructions
- 1
Sit on an exercise ball with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing each other.
- 2
Walk your feet forward and roll your body down the ball until your head, neck, and upper back are supported on the ball.
- 3
Hold the dumbbells at shoulder level, elbows bent and pointing out to the sides.
- 4
Press the dumbbells up and slightly inward, keeping your palms facing each other.
- 5
Extend your arms fully, squeezing your triceps at the top of the movement.
- 6
Slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.
- 7
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary
Triceps
chest
Secondary
chestshoulders
Pro tips
- Move through the full range of motion under control.
- Keep tension on the target muscle — avoid using momentum.
- Breathe out on the effort, in on the return.
- Pick a weight that lets you keep clean form for every rep.
Common mistakes
- Using too much weight and sacrificing technique.
- Rushing reps instead of controlling the tempo.
- Cutting the range of motion short.
- Holding your breath throughout the set.
Safety notes
- Warm up thoroughly before working heavy.
- Stop immediately if you feel sharp or joint pain.
- Use a spotter or safeties for heavy barbell work.
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