Cable Rope Overhead Triceps Extension

Cable Rope Overhead Triceps Extension — Start position
Start position
Cable Rope Overhead Triceps Extension — End position
End position
Region
Elbow & Arm
Equipment
Cable
Category
Strength
Level
Beginner
Mechanic
isolation
Force
push

Muscles worked

  • triceps

Filled = primary · Outlined = secondary

Source: Free Exercise DB (public domain)

How to perform

  1. Attach a rope to the bottom pulley of the pulley machine.

  2. Grasping the rope with both hands, extend your arms with your hands directly above your head using a neutral grip (palms facing each other). Your elbows should be in close to your head and the arms should be perpendicular to the floor with the knuckles aimed at the ceiling. This will be your starting position.

  3. Slowly lower the rope behind your head as you hold the upper arms stationary. Inhale as you perform this movement and pause when your triceps are fully stretched.

  4. Return to the starting position by flexing your triceps as you breathe out.

  5. Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

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