Triceps exercise · stability ball
Exercise Ball Seated Triceps Stretch
The exercise ball seated triceps stretch is a stability ball exercise that targets the triceps, with the shoulders assisting.
- Target muscle
- Triceps
- Also works
- Shoulders
- Equipment
- Stability ball
- Body part
- Upper arms
How to do the exercise ball seated triceps stretch
- Sit on a stability ball with your feet flat on the ground and your back straight.
- Hold a dumbbell in one hand and extend your arm straight up above your head.
- Bend your elbow and lower the dumbbell behind your head, keeping your upper arm close to your ear.
- Hold the stretch for a few seconds, then return to the starting position.
- Repeat with the other arm.
Sets and reps
Hold each stretch for 20–40 seconds, breathing slowly, and repeat 2–3 times per side. Stretch to mild tension, never pain.
Muscles worked
The main muscle is the triceps. The shoulders work as secondary muscles. See all triceps exercises or every stability ball exercise.
