Olympic Barbell Triceps Extension
Arms · Barbell · Beginner
How to do it
- Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and holding the barbell with an overhand grip.
- Raise the barbell above your head, fully extending your arms.
- Keeping your upper arms close to your head, slowly lower the barbell behind your head by bending your elbows.
- Pause for a moment, then extend your arms back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary: Triceps
Secondary: Shoulders
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