Dumbbell Overhead Extension
Equipment Required: two equal weighted dumbbells, flat bench.
Technique
- Start by holding a dumbbell in each hand and lie on a flat bench with the feet flat on the floor.
- Extend the arms up so that the dumbbells are held directly above the shoulders, and the palms are facing each other.
- Bend the elbows and lower the dumbbells to the sides of your head.
- While keeping the elbows in place, extend your arms up to the starting position
- After a short pause, repeat the movement for the required number of reps.
Key points to remember
- The elbows should remain in approximately the same place through the exercise
- Keep the abdominals tight and the lower back in a neutral position
- The movement should be performed in a slow and controlled manner
Alternatives
- Other biceps exercises include dumbbell curls
Related Pages
- More Dumbbell Exercises
- Free weights for sale in the fitness store
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