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Cable Lying Triceps Extension (With Rope)

Cable Lying Triceps Extension (With Rope) — movement illustration 1

This exercise is done while lying on a seated row station.

Equipment
Cable
Muscle groups
Arms
Primary muscles
Triceps

How to perform this exercise

  1. Attach a rope to the cable pulley at of a seated row station.
  2. Lie on your back on the bench with your head facing the weight stack.
  3. Grasp the rope with your palms facing each other and raise your arms over your chest, with your forearms parallel to the floor at a 90 degree angle.
  4. Slowly extend your arms upward squeezing your triceps.
  5. Return to starting position.

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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