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Exercise 1745 · REF 7ePTw4B

Exercise Ball Seated Triceps Stretch exercise animation

Exercise Ball Seated Triceps Stretch

Category
Upper Arms
Target
Triceps

A basic overhead triceps stretch, done seated on the ball mostly for stability rather than any change to the stretch itself — one arm bent behind the head, the other hand gently pulling the elbow further into flexion. It's a standard cooldown stretch, not a strength exercise.

How to Do the Exercise Ball Seated Triceps Stretch

  1. Sit on a stability ball with your feet flat on the ground and your back straight.
  2. Hold a dumbbell in one hand and extend your arm straight up above your head.
  3. Bend your elbow and lower the dumbbell behind your head, keeping your upper arm close to your ear.
  4. Hold the stretch for a few seconds, then return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat with the other arm.

Muscles Worked

The Exercise Ball Seated Triceps Stretch primarily targets the Triceps, with Shoulders as the primary synergist muscle group.

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Equipment Alternatives

Don't have stability ball? These target the same triceps with different equipment.

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FAQ

What muscles does the Exercise Ball Seated Triceps Stretch work?
The Exercise Ball Seated Triceps Stretch primarily targets the triceps, with the shoulders as the main supporting muscle group.
What equipment do I need for the Exercise Ball Seated Triceps Stretch?
The Exercise Ball Seated Triceps Stretch is done with a stability ball.
What's a good alternative to the Exercise Ball Seated Triceps Stretch?
If you don't have access to a stability ball, the Bench Dip (knees Bent) targets the same triceps using body weight instead.