Dumbbell Stability Ball Seated Tricep Extension

How to do the Dumbbell Stability Ball Seated Tricep Extension

Begin this tricep isolation extension exercise by sitting on a stability ball with a dumbbell in both hands. Raise the dumbbell up to your shoulder and then behind your head. Now raise the weight using only your triceps keeping your elbow stationary. Slowly lower the weight to the starting position as shown.

Dumbbell Stability Ball Seated Tricep Extension Spotter Information:

A spotter can either kneel or stand behind the exerciser keeping the weight from going too far behind the head; as well, they can watch for form and motivate the exerciser.

These are the muscles , equipment and categories of this exercise.

  • PRIMARY: Tricep
  • Stability Ball
  • Exercise Ball
  • Dumbbell
  • Isolation
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Averages for MyFit Users

The table below represents data from over 200,000 exercise logs and gives us an average for this exercise.

Average Weight LiftedAverage Reps One Rep Max Average
24.7 lbs11.2 32.1 lbs


What is a good starting weight?


Based on an average weight lifted of 24.7 lbs for all MyFit users we suggest you start at 50% of that weight:

Try 12 lbs and aim for 12-15 reps.



Alternatives

Workouts Plans with Dumbbell Stability Ball Seated Tricep Extension

Purpose Type Level
Muscular Definition Beginner


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