Band Overhead Triceps Extension
Also known as: Band Overhead Tricep Extension, Resistance Band Overhead Triceps Extension, Band Overhead Triceps Press
Body region
Muscles
Main
Helps
Holds
Equipment
Technique
- Anchor the band low or stand on one end, then hold the other end with both hands behind your head, elbows pointing up.
- Brace your abs with the ribs down and, if the band is anchored, step forward to create tension.
- Straighten your arms overhead until the elbows are fully extended.
- Bend the elbows slowly to return behind your head, keeping the upper arms still.
Cues
- Keep the elbows pointing up, close to your ears.
- Squeeze the triceps hard at the top.
- Control the way back as the band pulls.
Common mistakes
- Letting the elbows flare wide.
- Arching the lower back to push the arms up.
- Letting the band snap the hands back down.