Cable Rope Overhead Triceps Extension
A beginner isolation strength exercise that works the triceps, using a cable machine.
Starting position
End position
How to Do Cable Rope Overhead Triceps Extension
- Attach a rope to the bottom pulley of the pulley machine.
- Grasping the rope with both hands, extend your arms with your hands directly above your head using a neutral grip (palms facing each other). Your elbows should be in close to your head and the arms should be perpendicular to the floor with the knuckles aimed at the ceiling. This will be your starting position.
- Slowly lower the rope behind your head as you hold the upper arms stationary. Inhale as you perform this movement and pause when your triceps are fully stretched.
- Return to the starting position by flexing your triceps as you breathe out.
- Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Muscles Worked
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Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles do cable rope overhead triceps extension work?
Cable Rope Overhead Triceps Extension primarily works the triceps.
What equipment do I need for cable rope overhead triceps extension?
Cable Rope Overhead Triceps Extension uses cable machine.
Cable Rope Overhead Triceps Extension: is it suitable for beginners?
Yes. Cable Rope Overhead Triceps Extension is rated beginner. Movements you can learn in a session, with a low skill floor and a forgiving failure mode.
What can I do instead of cable rope overhead triceps extension?
Decline Dumbbell Triceps Extension, Decline EZ Bar Triceps Extension, Machine Triceps Extension train the same primary muscles and are listed with 7 more alternatives above.
Can Fitnit count my cable rope overhead triceps extension reps automatically?
Not automatically yet. Fitnit's AI rep counting covers push-ups, squats, dumbbell curls, crunches and pull-ups today; cable rope overhead triceps extension can be logged manually in the app, and tracked movements are added over time.
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