Seated triceps extension

How to do the Seated triceps extension: full step-by-step instructions, muscles worked (Arms), equipment (Dumbbells) and a two-frame demo. Free to read, from the Setline exercise catalog.

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Seated triceps extension: start and finish positions
Seated triceps extension: start and finish positions

How to do it

  1. 1

    Sit and lean forward, back straight, a dumbbell in each hand, upper arms parallel to the floor.

  2. 2

    Keeping the upper arms still, extend both forearms back until the arms are straight.

  3. 3

    Pause, then lower slowly.

In a Setline session: 3 sets of 10–12.

Questions

What equipment do I need for the Seated triceps extension?

The Seated triceps extension uses: Dumbbells.

Which muscles does the Seated triceps extension work?

The Seated triceps extension works: Arms.

How many sets and reps for the Seated triceps extension?

In Setline sessions the Seated triceps extension is programmed as 3 sets of 10–12.

Which Setline styles include the Seated triceps extension?

The Seated triceps extension appears in: Chair Yoga.

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Seated triceps extension — how to do it, steps and demo · Setline