Cable Alternate Triceps Extension Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Triceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Triceps Brachii
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Cable Triceps Extension
How to: Cable Alternate Triceps Extension
- Adjust the cable pulley to the appropriate height.
- Stand or sit facing the cable machine with a handle in each hand.
- Extend your arms straight down at your sides, keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Slowly push the handles away, extending through the elbows until fully extended.
- Pause at the full extension briefly, then return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the elbows to flare out too much.
- Leaning too forward or backward during the set.
- Using momentum instead of controlling the movement.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise seated to reduce strain on the lower back.
- Use lighter weight if struggling to maintain form.
Tips
- Maintain a neutral wrist position to prevent strain.
- Focus on controlled movements to maximize tension on the triceps.
- Engage your core to stabilize your body during the movement.
Cable Alternate Triceps Extension Alternatives
Tags
triceps
strength
upper arms
cable
exercise
muscle