Overhead Cable Triceps Extension

Body region

• Arms

Muscles

Main

• Triceps

Helps

• Anconeus

Holds

• Deltoid
• Erector Spinae
• Rectus Abdominis

Equipment

• Cable Station

Technique

1. Attach a straight bar to a cable set at about chest height or higher, take it overhand and turn away from the station.
2. Step forward into a split stance with the bar behind your head and the elbows pointing forward.
3. Extend the arms forward and up until they are straight.
4. Let the hands return slowly behind your head.

Cues

• Upper arms stay close to your head.
• Brace the abs so the lower back does not arch.

Common mistakes

• Letting the elbows drift wide.
• Moving the upper arms instead of just the forearms.
• Leaning forward far enough to turn it into a press.

Variations

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

Alternatives

• Overhead Barbell Triceps Extension
• Triceps Pushdown