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Shoulders · Weighted
Plate Overhead Press to Tricep Extension
Plate Overhead Press to Tricep Extension is an intermediate isolation strength exercise that works the delts (shoulders), with the core assisting. It needs a weighted. A typical prescription is 3 sets of 10-15 reps, and it burns about 5.5 calories per minute.
- Target
- Delts
- Body part
- Shoulders
- Equipment
- Weighted
- Category
- Strength
- Mechanic
- Isolation
- Force
- Push
- Sets × reps
- 3 × 10-15
- Calories / min
- ≈ 5.5 kcal
Primary muscles
- Shoulders
- Triceps
Secondary muscles
- Core
How to do Plate Overhead Press to Tricep Extension
- Hold a weight plate at your chest and press it overhead.
- With your upper arms by your ears, lower the plate behind your head by bending your elbows.
- Extend your elbows to bring the plate back overhead.
- Lower the plate to your chest and repeat.
Form tips
- Keep your elbows pointing forward during the extension.
- Brace your core.
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Plate Overhead Press to Tricep Extension FAQ
What muscles does Plate Overhead Press to Tricep Extension work?
Plate Overhead Press to Tricep Extension mainly works the delts in the shoulders. The core work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Plate Overhead Press to Tricep Extension?
You need a weighted.
How many sets and reps of Plate Overhead Press to Tricep Extension should I do?
Start with 3 sets of 10-15 reps. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.
Is Plate Overhead Press to Tricep Extension good for beginners?
It's rated intermediate. Beginners can work up to it once they control simpler shoulders exercises.
How many calories does Plate Overhead Press to Tricep Extension burn?
About 5.5 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 4.5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 55 calories; heavier people burn more.
What is a good alternative to Plate Overhead Press to Tricep Extension?
Other exercises for the delts include Dumbbell Standing Overhead Press, Landmine Overhead Press, Barbell Seated Overhead Press and Cable Twisting Overhead Press.
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