Arms / Intermediate / Isolation (single joint)

Incline Barbell Triceps Extension

A close-grip barbell extension on an incline bench, lowering the bar behind the head to train the triceps.

At a glance

Primary

Triceps

Equipment

Barbell, Bench

Movement pattern

Elbow extension

Level

Intermediate

Type

Arms, Isolation (single joint)

Loads the elbow. Use a load you can control and skip it if it causes pain.

How to do it

1. Lie on an incline bench holding a barbell overhead with a close grip, arms extended.
2. Keeping upper arms still, bend the elbows to lower the bar behind your head.
3. Stop when the forearms are near the biceps.
4. Extend the elbows to return to the start.

Tips

• Keep the elbows pointing forward.
• Use a controlled tempo.

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