Illustration of the EZ-Bar Overhead Extension: Deep stretch behind the head, then extend without flaring the elbows.

isolation · Isolation

EZ-Bar Overhead Extension

EZ-Bar Overhead Extension is an isolation isolation movement for triceps, using EZ Curl Bar. 3 sets of 10-12, 1 min rest.

Primary muscle: Triceps
Equipment: EZ Curl Bar
Difficulty: Intermediate
Sets and reps: 3 × 10-12
Rest: 75s
Force: push

How to do it

1
Set up
Seated on an upright bench, EZ bar held overhead with a close grip.
2
The cue that matters
Deep stretch behind the head, then extend without flaring the elbows.
3
Work it
3 sets of 10-12, resting about 1 minute between them.