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Sculpt & Strengthen: The Best Dumbbell Triceps Workout for Women 40+

Want toned, strong arms that actually make a difference in daily life? Whether you’re lifting groceries, pushing a stroller, or rocking sleeveless tops with confidence, building your triceps is key!

The good news? You don’t need fancy equipment. Just a pair of dumbbells and 15 minutes to transform your arms. Let’s dive into the best triceps exercises for sculpted, strong arms BMM Method style!


Why Train Your Triceps?

As we age, we naturally lose muscle mass, making everyday tasks harder. Strong triceps:

✅ Improve arm definition (hello, sculpted arms!)

✅ Increase upper body strength for daily activities

✅ Boost metabolism by adding lean muscle

These three exercises will hit all angles of your triceps for the best results!


🔥 15-Minute Dumbbell Triceps Workout

Grab your dumbbells and get ready for a quick, effective session!

1️⃣ Overhead Dumbbell Triceps Extension (Targets: Long Head)

  • How to: Hold one dumbbell overhead, lower it behind your head, and extend back up.

  • Reps: 10-12 | Sets: 3 | Tip: Keep elbows close to your ears!

2️⃣ Dumbbell Triceps Kickbacks (Targets: Lateral & Medial Head)

  • How to: Hinge forward, elbows tight to your sides, straighten your arms fully.

  • Reps: 12-15 | Sets: 3 | Tip: Squeeze your triceps at the top!

3️⃣ Dumbbell Close-Grip Press (Targets: Overall Triceps Strength)

  • How to: Lie on your back, hold dumbbells close together, and press them up.

  • Reps: 8-10 | Sets: 3 | Tip: Keep your elbows tucked in for max triceps engagement!

👉 Finish with a quick stretch to keep your arms feeling great!


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Let’s lift, get stronger, and feel our absolute best—together! 💖