Cable Overhead Triceps Extension

Technique

How to perform Cable Overhead Triceps Extension

1. Attach a straight bar to a low cable pulley and stand facing away from the machine.
2. Grip the bar with both hands and bring it behind your head with your elbows pointing upward.
3. Brace your core and keep your upper arms close to your head.
4. Exhale as you extend your elbows and press the bar upward without moving your upper arms.
5. Pause briefly, then inhale as you bend your elbows and return under control.
6. Repeat for the prescribed repetitions.

Programming relevance

Muscles involved

Primary targets: Triceps Long Head.