Towel Triceps Extension

Body region

• Arms

Muscles

Main

• Triceps

Helps

• Anconeus

Holds

• Latissimus Dorsi
• Rectus Abdominis
• Biceps

Technique

1. Hold one end of a towel in your right hand with the elbow bent overhead, so the towel hangs down your back.
2. Reach behind your lower back with your left hand and grab the other end.
3. Straighten your right arm overhead while the left hand pulls down to resist.
4. Lower the right hand slowly back behind your head while the left hand keeps the towel tight.
5. Finish all reps, then switch sides.

Cues

• Resist with the lower hand on both the way up and the way down.
• Keep the working elbow pointing at the ceiling.

Common mistakes

• Letting the towel go slack so there is no resistance.
• Arching the back instead of moving at the elbow.

Alternatives

• Dumbbell Overhead Triceps Extension
• Bench Dip