Cable Lying Triceps Extension
Muscle Groups: Triceps
Cable Lying Triceps Extension focuses on Triceps.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Cable Lying Triceps Extension with proper form and technique.
- 1
Attach a straight bar or rope attachment to the low pulley of a cable machine.
- 2
Lie on your back on a flat bench, positioned so your head is close to the cable machine.
- 3
Reach back and grab the bar with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
- 4
Extend your arms straight up towards the ceiling, positioning the bar directly over your chest; this is your starting position.
- 5
Keeping your elbows stationary and pointed forward, slowly lower the bar by bending your elbows until it is just above your forehead.
- 6
Contract your triceps to extend your arms and push the bar back up to the starting position.
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