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Upper Arms · Weighted
Plate Overhead Tricep Extension
Plate Overhead Tricep Extension is an intermediate isolation strength exercise that works the triceps (upper arms), 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
- Triceps
- Body part
- Upper Arms
- Equipment
- Weighted
- Category
- Strength
- Mechanic
- Isolation
- Force
- Push
- Sets × reps
- 3 × 10-15
- Calories / min
- ≈ 5.5 kcal
Primary muscles
- Triceps
Secondary muscles
- Core
How to do Plate Overhead Tricep Extension
- Stand or sit holding a weight plate overhead with both hands.
- Keep your upper arms by your ears.
- Lower the plate behind your head by bending your elbows.
- Extend your arms to return and repeat.
Form tips
- Keep your elbows pointing forward.
- Brace your core.
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Plate Overhead Tricep Extension FAQ
What muscles does Plate Overhead Tricep Extension work?
Plate Overhead Tricep Extension mainly works the triceps in the upper arms. The core work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Plate Overhead Tricep Extension?
You need a weighted.
How many sets and reps of Plate Overhead 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 Tricep Extension good for beginners?
It's rated intermediate. Beginners can work up to it once they control simpler upper arms exercises.
How many calories does Plate Overhead 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 Tricep Extension?
Other exercises for the triceps include Tricep Extension Machine, Bodyweight Overhead Triceps Extension, Cable Overhead Extension Rope and Cable Triceps Overhead Extension (Ez Bar).
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