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Bodyweight Overhead Triceps Extension

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Sculpt stronger triceps with this bodyweight exercise! No equipment needed, just focus on form and feel the burn.

Instructions

1. Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart, engage your core, and maintain good posture throughout the exercise.

2. Raise your arms above your head, keeping them close to your ears. Interlock your fingers with palms facing upwards, or if it's more comfortable, you can place one hand over the other.

3. Bend your elbows to lower your hands behind your head, going as far down as your flexibility allows without straining your neck or shoulders.

4. Your upper arms should stay still; the movement occurs only at the elbow joints.

5. Pause briefly at the bottom of the movement when your elbows are bent and your hands are positioned near the back of your neck.

6. Engage your triceps to extend your arms back to the starting overhead position, keeping your upper arms stationary.

7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions and sets, ensuring you maintain form and control throughout each rep.

Remember to breathe properly during the exercise, inhaling as you lower your hands behind your head and exhaling as you lift them back to the starting position. If you experience any discomfort or loss of form, adjust your range of motion accordingly or take a break.

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