Workout Questions - Dumbbell Pullovers vs Extensions

Workout Question:
I was checking out your website and I think you should clarify the difference that exists between these two exercises, because it's not clear neither from the pictures nor from the descriptions:

• Lying Dumbbell Tricep Extensions
• Bent Arm Dumbbell Pullovers

Workout Answer:
Yes, the photo demonstrations make these 2 exercises look very similar. The main difference is that the "lying dumbbell tricep extensions" will be focusing on the tricep muscle and the elbows will bend more on the downward movement and then extend on the upward movement. It's very much like this exercise but you will be laying down versus sitting:

• Seated Triceps Presses

The dumbbell pullovers will be performed with your arms and elbows in basically the same position throughout the entire movement. The elbows should not be bending or extending at any point. This movement is very similar to the barbell pullover movement here:

• Bent Arm Barbell Pullovers

The pullover exercise is working the chest and helping to expand the rib cage for a thicker upper body.

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