Dumbbell Decline Triceps Extension

This Tricep Exercise is a Triceps Extension Variation and uses an Decline Bench and Dumbbells to Isolate your Triceps

Welcome to our Dumbbell Decline Triceps Extension Exercise Instruction Guide!

On this page you’ll learn how to do this version of Triceps Extension using the correct technique. Below you’ll find pictures, exercise instructions, and tips on how to get the most out of this and other Tricep Exercises so you can immediately add to your Arm Workouts.

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Exercise Summary

Exercise Name:	Dumbbell Decline Triceps Extension
Main Muscle:	Triceps
Secondary Muscle(s):	N/A
Exercise Type:	Push, Isolation
Equipment Required:	Dumbbell, Decline Bench

Exercise Description and Instruction:

This Weight Training Exercise is a variation of standard Triceps Extension and uses a decline bench and dumbbells to isolate your triceps. This exercise can also be performed with a barbell or EZ Curl Bar.

To Perform This Exercise:

Lie face up on a decline bench with dumbbells in each hand and your arms extended perpendicular to your chest over your head.
While keeping your elbows in one place, lower your hands so the dumbbells are lowered near your head and your forearms are touching your biceps.
Pause for a moment then slowly return to the starting position by extending your arms and pressing the weights above your head.

Tips:

Stay seated and keep your feet firmly on the floor throughout this exercise.
Keep your elbows in a fixed position throughout the exercise.

Additional Tricep Exercises and Variations:

Check out some of our other popular Arm Exercises and Variations:

Close Grip Bench Press
Skull Crushers
Tricep Pushdown
Tricep Kickback
Triceps Extension
Tricep Dips

Now that you’ve seen the Dumbbell Decline Triceps Extension, check out all of our different Tricep Exercises.

Final Related Pages:

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Weight Training Exercises Main Page
Tricep Exercises Main Page
Tricep Workouts and Bicep Workouts
Best Tricep Exercises
Barbell Exercises / Body Weight Exercises / Cable Exercises / Dumbbell Exercises

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