Dumbbell Tricep Extension vs Lying Barbell Tricep Extension
Which one fits your Triceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log Dumbbell Tricep Extension more often — 26,196 sessions vs 11,499. Compare Triceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Tricep Extension and Lying Barbell Tricep Extension and pick the one that fits your Triceps workout.
Dumbbell Tricep Extension vs Lying Barbell Tricep Extension: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Dumbbell Tricep Extension more often — 26,196 sessions compared to 11,499 for Lying Barbell Tricep Extension.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Tricep Extension and Lying Barbell Tricep Extension differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Dumbbell Tricep Extension and Lying Barbell Tricep Extension Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Tricep Extension | Lying Barbell Tricep Extension |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a barbell |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 26,196 sessions | 11,499 sessions |
How to Do Dumbbell Tricep Extension
Dumbbell Tricep Extension Muscles Worked: Triceps
Form
- 1. Please stretch your arms above your head.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position while bearing the weight.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your elbows flare out.
- 2. Please be careful not to overextend your arms.
- 3. Please be careful not to let the dumbbell move too far from your head.
For a full Dumbbell Tricep Extension guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell Tricep Extension exercise guide.
How to Do Lying Barbell Tricep Extension
Lying Barbell Tricep Extension Muscles Worked: Triceps
Form
- 1. Keep your elbows fixed and push your arms up to straighten them.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position while bearing the weight.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your elbows flare out.
- 2. Please be careful not to overextend your arms.
- 3. Please be careful not to bend your wrists.
For a full Lying Barbell Tricep Extension guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Lying Barbell Tricep Extension exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Triceps, Dumbbell Tricep Extension or Lying Barbell Tricep Extension?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Tricep Extension more often — 26,196 sessions against 11,499 for Lying Barbell Tricep Extension. Both train Triceps, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Dumbbell Tricep Extension and Lying Barbell Tricep Extension need?
Dumbbell Tricep Extension needs a dumbbell, and Lying Barbell Tricep Extension needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Dumbbell Tricep Extension is the easier place to start. Move to Lying Barbell Tricep Extension once your form holds up.
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