Cable Lying Triceps Extension (Low) 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
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Triceps Cable Extension
How to: Cable Lying Triceps Extension (Low)
- Lie on a bench facing upwards with your feet flat on the ground.
- Grab the cable handle with a neutral grip, arms extended above your head.
- Bending at the elbows, lower the handle towards your forehead.
- Pause briefly at the bottom of the movement before extending your arms back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the elbows to flare out.
- Using momentum instead of isolated muscle control.
- Lifting too heavy to maintain proper form.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to perform the exercise with better form.
- Perform the exercise with both hands on one handle if needed.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your head throughout the motion.
- Only your forearms should move during the exercise.
- Control the cable when bringing it back to the starting position.
Cable Lying Triceps Extension (Low) Alternatives
Tags
triceps
strength
upper arms
cable
exercise
fitness