Standing Cable Triceps Extensions
This Tricep Exercise uses a Cable Pulley and Rope to Isolate your Triceps
Welcome to our Standing Cable Triceps Extensions Exercise Instruction Guide!
On this page you’ll learn how to do this version of Triceps Extensions using the correct technique. Below you’ll find pictures, exercise instructions, and tips on how to get the most out of this and other Tricep Exercises so you can immediately add to your Tricep Workouts.
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Exercise Summary
Exercise Name: | Standing Cable Triceps Extensions |
Main Muscle: | Triceps |
Secondary Muscle(s): | N/A |
Exercise Type: | Push, Isolation |
Equipment Required: | Cable |
Exercise Description and Instruction:
This Weight Training Exercise is one of our Cable Exercises and is a version of standard Triceps Extensions. The exercise is pictured below using ropes, however it can also be performed using a short bar or other cable grip.
To Perform This Exercise:
- Stand with your feet shoulder width apart, your back straight and your abs drawn in.
- Attach Ropes to a low-pulley and hold the ropes in both hands behind your head, with your palms facing each other.
- Extend your arms fully over your head by pushing and contracting with your triceps.
- Pause for a moment then slowly return the ropes to the starting position by behind your head.
Tips:
- Keep your elbows close in a fixed position close to your sides throughout the exercise.
Additional Arm Exercises and Variations:
Check out some of our other popular Arm Exercises and Variations:
- Triceps Extensions
- Skull Crushers
- Tricep Dips
- Close Grip Bench Press
- Bicep Curl
- Chin Ups
Now that you’ve seen the Standing Cable Triceps Extensions, check out all of our different Tricep Exercises.
Or, check out these other pages of interest:
- All Weight Training Exercises
- Best Tricep Exercise
- Cable Exercises
- Arm Exercises
- Bicep Exercises
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