# Seated Overhead Barbell Triceps Extension

URL: https://heatsy.app/ex/seated-overhead-barbell-triceps-extension

Also known as: Seated Barbell French Press, Seated Barbell Triceps Extension, Overhead Seated Barbell Triceps Extension, Seated Behind Neck Close Barbell Triceps Extension, Seated Overhead BB Triceps Extension, Seated Overhead Barbell Tricep Extension

Variation of: [Overhead Barbell Triceps Extension](https://heatsy.app/ex/overhead-barbell-triceps-extension)

Body region: Arms

## Equipment

- Barbell
- Flat Bench or Adjustable Bench

## Technique

1. Sit on a bench, ideally with an upright back support, feet planted wide.
2. Press the bar overhead with an overhand grip, elbows pointing forward.
3. Bend only at the elbows so the bar travels down behind the head.
4. Extend the arms fully to return the bar overhead.

### Cues

- Keep your back against the pad if the bench has one.
- Upper arms stay close to the head.

### Common mistakes

- Leaning back and turning the lift into a press.
- Letting the elbows drift wide.
- Loading more than you can control behind the head.

## Variations

- [Overhead EZ-Bar Triceps Extension](https://heatsy.app/ex/overhead-ez-bar-triceps-extension)
- [Seated Overhead EZ-Bar Triceps Extension](https://heatsy.app/ex/seated-overhead-ez-bar-triceps-extension)

## Alternatives

- [Overhead Cable Triceps Extension](https://heatsy.app/ex/overhead-cable-triceps-extension)
- [Triceps Pushdown](https://heatsy.app/ex/triceps-pushdown)