Low Cable Triceps Extension
A beginner isolation strength exercise that works the triceps, using a cable machine.
Starting position
End position
How to Do Low Cable Triceps Extension
- Select the desired weight and lay down face up on the bench of a seated row machine that has a rope attached to it. Your head should be pointing towards the attachment.
- Grab the outside of the rope ends with your palms facing each other (neutral grip).
- Position your elbows so that they are bent at a 90 degree angle and your upper arms are perpendicular (90 degree angle) to your torso. Tip: Keep the elbows in and make sure that the upper arms point to the ceiling while your forearms point towards the pulley above your head. This will be your starting position.
- As you breathe out, extend your lower arms until they are straight and vertical. The upper arms and elbows remain stationary throughout the movement. Only the forearms should move. Contract the triceps hard for a second.
- As you breathe in slowly return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Muscles Worked
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Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles do low cable triceps extension work?
Low Cable Triceps Extension primarily works the triceps.
What equipment do I need for low cable triceps extension?
Low Cable Triceps Extension uses cable machine.
Low Cable Triceps Extension: is it suitable for beginners?
Yes. Low Cable 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 low cable 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 low cable triceps extension reps automatically?
Not automatically yet. Fitnit's AI rep counting covers push-ups, squats, dumbbell curls, crunches and pull-ups today; low cable triceps extension can be logged manually in the app, and tracked movements are added over time.
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