Exercise
Dumbbell Cross-Face Triceps Extension
Also known as: dumbbell lying extension (across face), cross face triceps extension, cross body triceps extension
Dumbbell Cross-Face Triceps Extension is a isolation exercise for the triceps. Main target: triceps lateral head. Also works: triceps medial head. Equipment: dumbbell.
Muscles worked
How to do it
- Lie on a flat bench holding a dumbbell in one hand with the arm extended above your shoulder, palm facing in.
- Keeping the upper arm vertical, bend the elbow and lower the dumbbell across your body toward the opposite shoulder.
- Extend the arm back up, squeezing the triceps at lockout.
- Complete all repetitions, then switch arms.
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Alternatives with other equipment
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