Triceps exercise · dumbbell
Dumbbell Lying One Arm Pronated Triceps Extension
The dumbbell lying one arm pronated triceps extension is a dumbbell exercise that targets the triceps, with the shoulders assisting.
How to do the dumbbell lying one arm pronated triceps extension
- Lie flat on a bench with your back and head supported, and your feet flat on the ground.
- Hold a dumbbell in one hand with your palm facing down, and extend your arm straight up above your shoulder.
- Keeping your upper arm stationary, slowly lower the dumbbell behind your head by bending your elbow.
- Pause for a moment at the bottom, then extend your arm back up to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch arms.
Sets and reps
For muscle growth, 3–4 sets of 8–12 reps with 60–90 seconds of rest is a proven starting point. For strength, use a heavier weight for 3–5 sets of 3–6 reps and rest 2–3 minutes. Add a little weight once you hit the top of your rep range on every set.
Muscles worked
The main muscle is the triceps. The shoulders work as secondary muscles. See all triceps exercises or every dumbbell exercise.
