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Cable Kneeling Triceps Extension

Cable Kneeling Triceps Extension — movement illustration 1

Kneeling allows you to isolate your triceps more effectively.

Equipment
Cable
Muscle groups
Arms
Primary muscles
Triceps

How to perform this exercise

  1. Place a bench sideways in front of a high pulley machine.
  2. Grasp a straight bar with an over head grip.
  3. Kneel on the floor in front of the bench with your back straight and your head down.
  4. With your elbows and forearms above your head, push the bar down in an arc so that your forearms are touching the bench.

Use a controlled range of motion and a load you can manage. Stop if a movement causes pain. Ask a qualified coach for help with unfamiliar exercises.

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