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barbell lying extension
Target

triceps

Equipment

barbell

barbell lying extension

upper arms

How to Perform the barbell lying extension

1

Lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your head at the end of the bench.

2

Hold the barbell with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart, and extend your arms straight up over your chest.

3

Keeping your upper arms stationary, slowly lower the barbell towards your forehead by bending your elbows.

4

Pause for a moment, then extend your arms back up to the starting position.

5

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Secondary Muscles

shoulders