One-Arm Overhead Cable Triceps Extension

Body region

• Arms

Equipment

• Cable Station

Technique

1. Attach a single handle to the low pulley and stand with your back to the station.
2. Raise the handle behind your head with the elbow bent and pointing up.
3. Extend the arm overhead until it is straight.
4. Lower slowly behind your head, finish the set, then switch arms.

Cues

• Support the working elbow with the free hand if needed.
• Keep the upper arm next to your head.

Common mistakes

• Letting the elbow swing out to the side.
• Arching the back.

Variations

• Incline Overhead Cable Triceps Extension
• Kneeling Overhead Cable Triceps Extension
• One-Arm Reverse-Grip Overhead Cable Triceps Extension
• Overhead Rope Cable Triceps Extension

Alternatives

• Overhead Barbell Triceps Extension
• Triceps Pushdown