Bodyweight
Assisted Standing Triceps Extension (With Towel)
Triceps · Upper Arms
Beginner6
Demonstration
AdvancedCompoundDumbbell
Dumbbell Incline One Arm Hammer Press
Triceps · Upper Arms
5
sets
4–6
reps
3m
Rest time
~9
Calories / set
Instructions
- 1
Sit on an incline bench with a dumbbell in one hand, resting on your thigh.
- 2
Lean back on the bench and use your thigh to help raise the dumbbell to shoulder height.
- 3
Rotate your wrist so that your palm is facing inward, towards your body.
- 4
Press the dumbbell up and away from your body, extending your arm fully.
- 5
Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbell back down to the starting position.
- 6
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch arms.
Muscles worked
Primary
Triceps
shoulders
Secondary
shoulderschest
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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