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Olympic Barbell Triceps Extension exercise animation

Olympic Barbell Triceps Extension

Category
Upper Arms
Target
Triceps

Running a triceps extension with an Olympic barbell lets you load both arms symmetrically and typically move more total weight than a single dumbbell extension would allow. The added bar weight itself is a real factor here — it changes the loading floor compared to lighter EZ-bar or dumbbell versions.

How to Do the Olympic Barbell Triceps Extension

  1. Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and holding the barbell with an overhand grip.
  2. Raise the barbell above your head, fully extending your arms.
  3. Keeping your upper arms close to your head, slowly lower the barbell behind your head by bending your elbows.
  4. Pause for a moment, then extend your arms back to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles Worked

The Olympic Barbell Triceps Extension primarily targets the Triceps, with Shoulders as the primary synergist muscle group.

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Equipment Alternatives

Don't have olympic barbell? These target the same triceps with different equipment.

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FAQ

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