Dumbbell Tricep Extension vs One Arm Cable KickBack
Which one fits your Triceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log Dumbbell Tricep Extension more often — 26,196 sessions vs 599. Compare Triceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Tricep Extension and One Arm Cable KickBack and pick the one that fits your Triceps workout.
Dumbbell Tricep Extension vs One Arm Cable KickBack: 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 599 for One Arm Cable KickBack.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Tricep Extension and One Arm Cable KickBack 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 One Arm Cable KickBack Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Tricep Extension | One Arm Cable KickBack |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a machine |
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 26,196 sessions | 599 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 One Arm Cable KickBack
One Arm Cable KickBack Muscles Worked: Triceps
Form
- 1. Keep your elbow fixed and push your arm back to straighten it.
- 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.
For a full One Arm Cable KickBack guide with alternatives and benefits, see the One Arm Cable KickBack exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Triceps, Dumbbell Tricep Extension or One Arm Cable KickBack?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Tricep Extension more often — 26,196 sessions against 599 for One Arm Cable KickBack. 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 One Arm Cable KickBack need?
Dumbbell Tricep Extension needs a dumbbell, and One Arm Cable KickBack needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Dumbbell Tricep Extension is the easier place to start. Move to One Arm Cable KickBack once your form holds up.
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