Drill

Drills

Weight Training

Fixed-Elbow Overhead Triceps Extension

Keep the elbow fixed during triceps isolation

6 min
4 sets of 12
Beginner
Demonstration video coming soon

Instructions

  1. 1Hold a dumbbell overhead with the upper arm close to the ear.
  2. 2Lower the weight behind the head by bending only at the elbow.
  3. 3Keep the upper arm still, checking the elbow doesn't drift forward or flare out.
  4. 4Extend back to the start under control.

What to focus on

The upper arm staying fixed while only the forearm swings.

Common mistake

Elbow drifting forward, turning the move into a partial press.