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Incline Barbell Triceps Extension

Exercise Data

Type: Strength
Main Muscle Worked: Triceps
Other Muscles: Forearms
Equipment: Barbell
Mechanics Type: Isolation
Level: Intermediate
Sport: No
Force: Push
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Incline Barbell Triceps Extension Guide

Main Muscle: Triceps

  1. Hold a barbell with an overhand grip (palms down) that is a little closer together than shoulder width.
  2. Lie back on an incline bench set at any angle between 45-75-degrees.
  3. Bring the bar overhead with your arms extended and elbows in. The arms should be in line with the torso above the head. This will be your starting position.
  4. Now lower the bar in a semicircular motion behind your head until your forearms touch your biceps. Inhale as you perform this movement. Tip: Keep your upper arms stationary and close to your head at all times. Only the forearms should move.
  5. Return to the starting position as you breathe out and you contract the triceps. Hold the contraction for a second.
  6. Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Variations: Can also be done with an e-z bar, with two dumbbells (using a pronated or supinated grip), seated or standing or with two dumbbells and your palms facing in.



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michaelleoteam

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Dec 21, 2011 9:26 AM: great job love this thanks

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tony2014

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May 21, 2011 9:19 AM: Great tricep exersize

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hazardroll

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10/10

May 8, 2011 9:42 PM: A great mass building exercise

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camerontoews

Review: Incline Barbell Triceps Extension

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10/10

May 6, 2011 1:45 AM: This is definitely the "Girth" exercise. I love it!

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Lonnie800

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10/10

Aug 9, 2010 9:35 PM: great exercise for tricep growth..a tad better than the bench press actually..!

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rocketman44

Review: Incline Barbell Triceps Extension

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9/10

Jul 27, 2010 10:48 AM: This move provides a lot of stretch in the triceps muscles. The incline angle makes it easier to perform without a partner. A very solid exercise.

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blueberryBeef

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May 21, 2010 10:28 AM: I love this move, it kills!

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mrblkthickness

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10/10

Mar 29, 2010 4:13 PM: GREAT BURN, INCREASE BENCH PRESS

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Mar 24, 2010 8:13 PM: best for mass

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