Suspender Triceps Extension Exercise Guide

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Exercise Profile

Target
Triceps Brachii
Equipment
Suspension
Body Part
Upper Arms
Primary Muscle
Triceps Brachii
Intensity
medium
Category
strength
Skill Level
intermediate
Estimated Calories
5
Alternate Names
Triceps Cable Extension

Visualised Target Muscle Groups

Front

Body muscles front

Back

Body muscles back

How to: Suspender Triceps Extension

  1. Adjust the suspension straps so that they are firmly anchored above your head.
  2. Stand facing away from the anchor point with a strap in each hand.
  3. Keep your feet shoulder-width apart and lean forward slightly.
  4. With elbows fixed, extend your arms downwards until they are straight.
  5. Slowly return to the starting position, maintaining tension in the triceps.

Common Mistakes

  • Flaring the elbows out.
  • Using momentum instead of muscle control.
  • Not fully extending the arms at the top of the movement.

Modifications

  • Use a band to assist with the movement.
  • Perform the exercise with the feet elevated to reduce difficulty.

Tips

  • Keep your elbows close to your body throughout the movement.
  • Adjust the suspension straps to ensure proper alignment.
  • Control the motion to enhance muscle engagement.

Tags

triceps
upper arms
strength
suspension
fitness
upper body

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