Cable Standing Single-Arm Overhead Triceps Extension
This exercise uses a cable machine to isolate the triceps.
- Equipment
- Cable
- Muscle groups
- Arms
- Primary muscles
- Triceps
How to perform this exercise
- Attach a handle to a low cable pulley machine.
- Stand with your back to the weight stack, your feet shoulder width apart.
- With your left hand, reach behind you and grasp the handle.
- Place your right hand on your left elbow for support.
- Extend your left arm straight up towards the ceiling and then lower it to the starting position.
- Repeat and switch arms.
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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