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Cable Rope Overhead Tricep Extension

Main muscle
Triceps
Muscle group
Arms
Equipment
Cable

How to do it

  1. 1Set the pulley low and attach a rope, then face away from the stack.
  2. 2Grip the rope with both hands and step forward into a lean.
  3. 3Raise your arms so the rope sits behind your head, elbows bent.
  4. 4Extend your arms overhead, keeping your elbows pointed forward.
  5. 5Bend your elbows again to lower the rope back behind your head.

Coaching cues

  • Elbows stay forward
  • Squeeze at lockout
  • Keep upper arms still
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