Lying Rope Cable Floor Triceps Extension

Body region

• Arms

Equipment

• Cable Station

Technique

1. Attach a rope to a low pulley and lie on the floor with your head near the stack, holding the rope ends with palms facing each other.
2. Hold the rope over your chest with straight arms.
3. Bend the elbows to bring the rope ends beside your head.
4. Straighten the arms and pull the rope ends apart slightly at the top.

Cues

• Spread the rope ends at lockout for a stronger squeeze.
• Keep the upper arms fixed.

Common mistakes

• Letting the elbows drift out.
• Using a weight that makes the upper arms move.

Alternatives

• Cable Skull Crusher
• Barbell Floor Skull Crusher