Triceps exercise · dumbbell
Dumbbell One Arm French Press on Exercise Ball
The dumbbell one arm french press on exercise ball is a dumbbell exercise that targets the triceps, with the shoulders assisting.
How to do the dumbbell one arm french press on exercise ball
- Sit on an exercise ball with your feet flat on the ground and your back straight.
- Hold a dumbbell in one hand with your palm facing up and your elbow bent at a 90-degree angle.
- Extend your arm straight up towards the ceiling, keeping your elbow stationary.
- Slowly lower the dumbbell back down 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.
