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Dumbell Overhead Extension
Equipment Required
- two equal weighted dumbbells
- flat bench
Technique
- start by holding a dumbbell in each hand and lie on a flat bench with the feet flat on the floor.
- extend the arms up so that the dumbbells are held directly above the shoulders, and the palms are facing each other.
- bend the elbows and lower the dumbbells to the sides of your head.
- while keeping the elbows in place, extend your arms up to the starting position
- after a short pause, repeat the movement for the required number of reps.
Key points to remember
- the elbows should remain in approximately the same place through the exercise
- keep the abdominals tight and the lower back in a neutral position
- the movement should be performed in a slow and controlled manner
Alternatives
- other biceps exercises include barbell curls
Related Pages
- more Dumbbell Exercises
- Free weights for sale in the fitness store
