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Exercise 3: Overhead Triceps Extensions – Seated or Standing (1 dumbbell)

  • 1. Sit upright on the edge of a sturdy chair, feet apart and flat on the ground. You can also either stand or sit in Vajrasana (kneeling down with spine straight).
  • 2. Start position Hold one dumbbell in a vertical position. Hold the upper plate portion, palms face up, hands in a "V-shape". Extend the arms above the head.
  • 3. Brace the abdominals to maintain posture throughout the exercise to avoid arching of lower back.
  • 4. With arms extended, bend the elbows and carefully lower the dumbbell behind your head. Keep arms close to head.
  • 5. As you exhale, extend the arms to press the dumbbell back to starting position. Keep the elbows and arms close to head during the extension of the arms.
  • 6. Repeat desired number of reps.