How to Do Dumbbell Overhead Extension Standing

Dumbbell Overhead Extension Standing is a triceps exercise using dumbbell, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Triceps

Equipment

Dumbbell

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Dumbbell Overhead Extension Standing

  1. 01Hold a single dumbbell with both hands using a diamond grip around the inner plate and lift it above the head.
  2. 02Lower the weight behind the neck by bending the elbows while keeping the upper arms vertical.
  3. 03Stop the descent when the forearms reach a position just below parallel to the floor.
  4. 04Contract the triceps to drive the dumbbell back to the starting position until the arms are fully locked out.
  5. 05Inhale during the lowering phase and exhale forcefully as you press the weight up.

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02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Dumbbell Overhead Extension Standing

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Triceps Straightens the elbow to push weight away.

Stabilisers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.
  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

To prevent elbow flare and shoulder strain, keep the elbows pointing directly toward the ceiling throughout the entire set.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Dumbbell Overhead Extension Standing questions

What muscles does Dumbbell Overhead Extension Standing work?

Dumbbell Overhead Extension Standing is catalogued as a triceps exercise in A90 Training Club, with the triceps as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Dumbbell Overhead Extension Standing correctly?

Hold a single dumbbell with both hands using a diamond grip around the inner plate and lift it above the head. Lower the weight behind the neck by bending the elbows while keeping the upper arms vertical. Stop the descent when the forearms reach a position just below parallel to the floor. Contract the triceps to drive the dumbbell back to the starting position until the arms are fully locked out. Inhale during the lowering phase and exhale forcefully as you press the weight up.

What is the A90 coach tip for Dumbbell Overhead Extension Standing?

To prevent elbow flare and shoulder strain, keep the elbows pointing directly toward the ceiling throughout the entire set.

Is Dumbbell Overhead Extension Standing suitable for beginners?

Dumbbell Overhead Extension Standing is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Dumbbell Overhead Extension Standing?

Dumbbell Overhead Extension Standing uses dumbbell.

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