Dumbbell Lying Extension (across Face)
Learn how to do the Dumbbell Lying Extension (across Face) with proper form and technique. This dumbbell exercise primarily targets your Triceps, with secondary emphasis on Shoulders.
How to Do the Dumbbell Lying Extension (across Face)
Follow these steps to perform the Dumbbell Lying Extension (across Face) with correct form:
- 1Lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your head at the end of the bench.
- 2Hold a dumbbell with both hands and extend your arms straight up above your chest, palms facing each other.
- 3Keeping your upper arms stationary, slowly lower the dumbbell in an arc behind your head until your forearms are parallel to the ground.
- 4Pause for a moment, then contract your triceps to bring the dumbbell back to the starting position.
- 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Dumbbell Lying Extension (across Face) Muscles Worked
Primary
Secondary
Exercise Details
- Equipment
- dumbbell
- Body Part
- upper arms
- Category
- Extended
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Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does the Dumbbell Lying Extension (across Face) work?
The Dumbbell Lying Extension (across Face) primarily targets your Triceps. Secondary muscles worked include Shoulders. This makes it an effective exercise for developing your upper arms.
What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Lying Extension (across Face)?
The Dumbbell Lying Extension (across Face) requires dumbbell. Make sure your equipment is properly set up and you have enough space to perform the movement with full range of motion.
How do I perform the Dumbbell Lying Extension (across Face) with proper form?
Start by lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your head at the end of the bench.. Hold a dumbbell with both hands and extend your arms straight up above your chest, palms facing each other. Keeping your upper arms stationary, slowly lower the dumbbell in an arc behind your head until your forearms are parallel to the ground. Focus on controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.
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