Triceps Extension

Cable Triceps Extension Exercise

Target Muscle: Triceps Brachii (Upper Arms)

Workout Mechanics: Isolated | Workout Force: Push Exercise | Utility: Basic

Stablizer Muscle: Deltoid, Anterior, Pectoralis Major, Clavicular, Wrist Flexors

Synergists: None

Triceps Extension Instructions

Triceps Extension Technique

Stand or sit on bench or seat with back support just below shoulders. Position cable bar behind neck or shoulders with narrow overhand grip. Position elbows overhead.

Triceps Extension Form

Extend forearm overhead until arms are straight. Lower until forearms are against upper arms. Repeat.

Let cable attachment pull arm back to maintain full shoulder flexion.

Related Cable Exercises
1. Bent-over Triceps Extension
2. Bent-over Triceps Extension, with rope attach
3. Incline Triceps Extension
4. Kneeling Triceps Extension
5. Lying Triceps Extension
6. Lying Triceps Extension, Decline
7. Pushdown
8. Pushdown, Alternating Seated
9. Pushdown, Heavy
10. Pushdown, Incline
11. Pushdown, One Arm
12. Pushdown, with rope attachment
13. Pushdown, with V-bar attachment
14. Triceps Dip
15. Triceps Extension, One Arm