Machine Triceps Extension

Body region

• Arms

Muscles

Main

• Triceps

Helps

• Anconeus

Holds

• Rectus Abdominis

Equipment

• Lever Machine

Technique

1. Adjust the seat so your upper arms rest on the pad and the elbows line up with the pivot.
2. Grip the handles with the elbows bent.
3. Extend the arms until they are straight.
4. Return slowly until the elbows are bent to about 90 degrees.

Cues

• Keep the elbows on the pad.
• Pause briefly with the arms straight.

Common mistakes

• Lifting the elbows to push with the shoulders.
• Letting the stack slam at the end of each rep.

Variations

• One-Arm Machine Triceps Extension

Alternatives

• Triceps Pushdown
• Overhead Cable Triceps Extension