Cable kickback 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 Tricep Kickback
How to: Cable kickback
- Attach a cable to a low pulley and select the appropriate weight.
- Grip the handle with one hand and position yourself in a bent-over stance.
- With your elbow tucked close to your body, extend your arm back until fully extended.
- Slowly return to the start position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the elbow flare out.
- Using too much weight, leading to poor form.
- Not fully extending the arm during the movement.
Modifications
- Reduce the weight to maintain control.
- Perform with one arm at a time to focus on form.
Tips
- Keep your elbow close to your body throughout the movement.
- Avoid using momentum to lift the weight; focus on slow, controlled movements.
- Ensure you fully extend your arm to engage the triceps effectively.
Cable kickback Alternatives
Tags
triceps
strength
upper arms
cable
fitness
weight training