# Suspension Trainer Triceps Extension

URL: https://heatsy.app/ex/suspension-trainer-triceps-extension

Also known as: Suspension Trainer Tricep Extension, TRX Triceps Extension, Suspension Triceps Extension, Suspension Tricep Extension, TRX Tricep Extension

Body region: Arms

## Muscles

- Main: Triceps
- Helps: Deltoid, Anconeus
- Holds: Serratus Anterior, Rectus Abdominis, Transversus Abdominis

## Equipment

- Suspension Trainer

## Technique

1. Set the handles at chest height, face away from the anchor and take both handles, leaning forward with arms straight in front of you.
2. Hold a straight line from head to heels.
3. Bend the elbows to lower your head between the hands, forearms moving toward your ears.
4. Press the hands forward until your arms are straight.

### Cues

- Keep the abs tight and the hips level.
- Progress by walking the feet back.

### Common mistakes

- Letting the lower back sag.
- Bending at the shoulders instead of the elbows.
- Flaring the elbows out wide.

## Alternatives

- [Suspension Trainer Skull Crusher](https://heatsy.app/ex/suspension-trainer-skull-crusher)
- [Band Skull Crusher](https://heatsy.app/ex/band-skull-crusher)