Cross-Body Triceps Extension

General And Specifics

• the triceps exercise focuses on the outer and extra visible part of the triceps (lateral head)

Starting Position

• take a dumbbell with one hand and lay down on the floor or a weight bench
• the arm is stretched out, the weight above your shoulder
• elbow point out
• the free hand can stabilize the upper arm later
• if you lie on the floor, angle the legs and position the feet shoulder width apart

Correct Execution

• bend the elbow and lower the weight slowly to the opposite shoulder in front of your chest
• stop the motion before you touch the shoulder
• it becomes more effective, if you hold the final position for a moment
• bring the dumbbell back to the starting position
• the upper arm is inactive
• do not push the arm through completely
• do several repetitions, then switch sides