Cable High Pulley Overhead Tricep 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 Overhead Tricep Extension
How to: Cable High Pulley Overhead Tricep Extension
- Attach a rope or straight bar to the high pulley of a cable machine.
- Stand with your back to the machine, gripping the attachment with both hands.
- Position your elbows close to your ears and extend your arms straight up.
- Slowly lower the weight behind your head while keeping your elbows stationary.
- Extend your arms back to the starting position while squeezing the triceps.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Flaring the elbows out during the lift.
- Lowering the weight too quickly without control.
- Overextending the shoulder joint.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight for those needing to reduce strain.
- Perform the exercise seated for added stability.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your head to isolate the triceps.
- Avoid using momentum; control the movement throughout the range.
- Focus on squeezing the triceps at the top of the extension.
Cable High Pulley Overhead Tricep Extension Alternatives
Tags
triceps
strength
cable
upper arms
exercise
fitness