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Dumbbell JM Press

Lower the dumbbells toward the collarbone with elbows forward, then extend to lock the triceps.

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Demo video from YouTube, played in its own player.

Muscles worked
Triceps
Equipment
Dumbbell
Movement
Push

Sets and reps

  • For strength: 3 to 5 sets of 3 to 6 reps, resting 2 to 3 minutes between sets.
  • For muscle: 3 to 4 sets of 6 to 12 reps (up to 15 on smaller lifts), resting 1 to 2 minutes, ending each set 1 to 3 reps short of failure (RPE 7 to 9).
  • Add a rep or a small amount of weight once every set reaches the top of the range at the same effort.

General ranges, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

Variations

The same movement with other equipment or a different angle.

Alternatives

Other exercises for the triceps, for when the dumbbell is taken or you want a change.

Questions

What muscles does the Dumbbell JM Press work?
The Dumbbell JM Press mainly works the triceps.
What equipment do you need for the Dumbbell JM Press?
A dumbbell.
How many sets and reps of the Dumbbell JM Press?
For strength: 3 to 5 sets of 3 to 6 reps, resting 2 to 3 minutes between sets. For muscle: 3 to 4 sets of 6 to 12 reps (up to 15 on smaller lifts), resting 1 to 2 minutes, ending each set 1 to 3 reps short of failure (RPE 7 to 9). Add a rep or a small amount of weight once every set reaches the top of the range at the same effort.
What can I do instead of the Dumbbell JM Press?
Band Overhead Triceps Extension, Band Triceps Pushdown, Barbell Close-Grip Bench Press and Barbell Pin Press work the same main muscle.

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Coaches add the Dumbbell JM Press to any workout in CoachVana, set the sets, reps, load and rest, and clients see this demo as they train.

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