Straight Arm Dumbbell Kick Back vs Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension
Which one fits your Triceps workout plan?
Contents
- • Straight Arm Dumbbell Kick Back vs Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
- • How Straight Arm Dumbbell Kick Back and Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension Differ
- • Related comparisons
- • Frequently Asked Questions
- • How to Do Straight Arm Dumbbell Kick Back
- - Straight Arm Dumbbell Kick Back Muscles Worked
- - Straight Arm Dumbbell Kick Back Form
- - Coach's Tips
- • How to Do Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension
Planfit users log Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension more often — 916 sessions vs 179. Compare Triceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Straight Arm Dumbbell Kick Back and Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension and pick the one that fits your Triceps workout.
Straight Arm Dumbbell Kick Back vs Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension more often — 916 sessions compared to 179 for Straight Arm Dumbbell Kick Back.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Straight Arm Dumbbell Kick Back and Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Straight Arm Dumbbell Kick Back and Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension Differ
| What differs | Straight Arm Dumbbell Kick Back | Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 179 sessions | 916 sessions |
How to Do Straight Arm Dumbbell Kick Back
Straight Arm Dumbbell Kick Back Muscles Worked: Triceps
Form
- 1. Stand with a dumbbell in each hand.
- 2. Extend your arms back and lift the dumbbells.
- 3. Slowly return your arms to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- Keep your arms straight and move slowly while doing the dumbbell kickback.
For a full Straight Arm Dumbbell Kick Back guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Straight Arm Dumbbell Kick Back exercise guide.
How to Do Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension
Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension Muscles Worked: Triceps
Form
- 1. Hold the dumbbell with both hands and lift it above your head.
- 2. Bend your elbows to bring the dumbbell behind your head.
- 3. Straighten your arms while contracting your triceps.
Coach's Tips
- Keep your elbows fixed when performing the overhead dumbbell triceps extension.
For a full Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Triceps, Straight Arm Dumbbell Kick Back or Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension?
Planfit users log Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension more often — 916 sessions against 179 for Straight Arm Dumbbell Kick Back. Both train Triceps, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Straight Arm Dumbbell Kick Back and Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension need?
Straight Arm Dumbbell Kick Back needs a dumbbell, and Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension needs a dumbbell.
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