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Single-Arm Overhead Extension

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01Facts

ArmsDumbbellCable2 variationsPer sideHome OK

Single-Arm Overhead Extension is a beginner single-joint isolation pulling exercise targeting the Arms. Performed using dumbbells, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Forearms. Trained one side at a time.

02Muscle recruitment

Scored primarily as Arms. Stimulus share across muscles:

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03Equipment variations

Dumbbell

Single-Arm Overhead Extension

External load · Per side · Home

Cable

Single-Arm Cable Overhead Extension

Single-Arm Cable Overhead Extension is a beginner single-joint isolation pulling exercise targeting the Arms. Performed using a cable stack, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Forearms. Trained one side at a time.

External load · Per side · Gym

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