Stork Stance Triceps Kickback
Also known as: Single-Leg Triceps Kickback, One-Leg Dumbbell Kickback, Stork Stance Tricep Kickback
Body region
Muscles
Main
Helps
Holds
Equipment
Technique
- Hold a dumbbell in each hand and stand on one leg with the knee softly bent.
- Hinge forward from the hips with a flat back until the torso is at about 45 degrees.
- Raise the upper arms beside the torso with the elbows bent to about 90 degrees.
- Straighten the arms back until they are in line with the body, then bend them slowly.
- Swap the standing leg for the next set.
Cues
- Keep the hips level as you balance.
- Upper arms stay fixed; only the forearms move.
Common mistakes
- Letting the elbows drop as you tire.
- Rounding the back while balancing.
- Swinging the dumbbells.