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Dumbbell Kickbacks


About the Dumbbell Kickback Exercise Dumbbell kickbacks are a great finishing movement for the triceps. Since it’s an isolation movement that is typically performed with little weight, it’s not the best selection to begin your workout with. Dumbbell kickbacks have some unique characteristics that differentiate it from other movements for the triceps. For example, studies [...]

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Standing Tricep Extension (Rope)


About the Standing Tricep Extension Exercise The standing tricep extension exercise is a convenient and effective way to target the triceps. It’s suitable for both beginners and advanced trainees alike as the different handle-attachments make the movement quite versatile. You can use this movement to start your workout, finish your workout – or both. When [...]

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Preacher Curls

About the Preacher Curl Exercise Due to the angle, the preacher curl exercise is an excellent way to target the biceps – particularly the lower portion of the muscle. When performing the preacher curl exercise, it’s important to keep your back and neck in an upright position and your elbows on the padding. Doing so [...]

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High Cable Curl

Description The high cable curl exercise for the biceps are most effective when performed as a finisher. Light weight is typically used and you should focus on feeling the movement and allowing the biceps to get a good stretch. Training the biceps from this elevated angle has also been shown to draw optimal recruitment from [...]

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EZ Bar Curls

About The Exercise EZ bar curls are a great exercise to build up the biceps providing that the movement is executed with strict form. Avoid arching the lower back and throwing the shoulders forward in an effort to create momentum for assistance. Curl bar exercises – in most cases – place less stress on the [...]

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