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Single arm overhead extension: how to do it
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Dumbbell overhead, arm straight
Starting position
Stand firmly, hold one dumbbell overhead with your arm straight and keep your elbow close to your ear.
The movement
Bend your elbow and lower the dumbbell behind your head, then straighten your arm overhead again.
Most common mistake
Don't let your elbow flare out, keep it close to your head and your upper arm still.
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