Cable Lying Triceps Extension (with Rope) 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
- Triceps Rope Extension
How to: Cable Lying Triceps Extension (with Rope)
- Set the cable at a high position with a rope attachment.
- Lie flat on your back on a bench with your arms extended above your head.
- Grab the rope with both hands, keeping elbows close to your head.
- Slowly bend your elbows to bring the rope towards your forehead.
- Extend your arms back to the starting position and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the elbows flare out.
- Not fully extending the arms.
- Rounding the shoulders.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to ease strain on joints.
- Perform the exercise in a seated position if needed.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your head for better control.
- Avoid using momentum to lift the weight.
- Fully extend your arms to maximize contraction of the triceps.
Cable Lying Triceps Extension (with Rope) Alternatives
Tags
triceps
strength
cable
upper arms
extension
fitness