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Barbell Seated Close Grip Behind Neck Triceps Extension

Barbell Seated Close Grip Behind Neck Triceps Extension: step-by-step technique, the muscles it works and a demo clip. Equipment: barbell.

Video and illustrations: Gym visual, licensed to AIron.Coach.
  • Equipmentbarbell
  • Body partupper arms
Primary muscles
triceps, shoulders
Secondary muscles
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How to do it

  1. Sit on a bench with your back straight and feet flat on the ground.
  2. Hold the barbell with a close grip behind your neck, palms facing forward.
  3. Keep your elbows close to your head and slowly lower the barbell towards the back of your head.
  4. Pause for a moment, then extend your arms back up to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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