Standing Towel Triceps Extension
A beginner isolation strength exercise that works the triceps, needing no equipment.
Starting position
End position
How to Do Standing Towel Triceps Extension
- To begin, stand up with both arms fully extended above the head holding one end of a towel with both hands. Your elbows should be in and the arms perpendicular to the floor with the palms facing each other while your feet should be shoulder width apart from each other. This is the starting position.
- Now communicate with your partner so that he/she can grip the other side of the towel to apply resistance. Keeping your upper arms close to your head (elbows in) and perpendicular to the floor, lower the resistance in a semicircular motion behind your head until your forearms touch your biceps. Tip: The upper arms should remain stationary and only the forearms should move. Breathe in as you perform this step.
- Go back to the starting position by using the triceps to raise the towel. Breathe out as you perform this step.
- Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Muscles Worked
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Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles do standing towel triceps extension work?
Standing Towel Triceps Extension primarily works the triceps.
What equipment do I need for standing towel triceps extension?
None. Standing Towel Triceps Extension is a bodyweight movement you can do anywhere you have floor space.
Standing Towel Triceps Extension: is it suitable for beginners?
Yes. Standing Towel 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 standing towel triceps extension?
Cable Incline Triceps Extension, Cable Lying Triceps Extension, Cable Rope Overhead Triceps Extension train the same primary muscles and are listed with 7 more alternatives above.
Can Fitnit count my standing towel triceps extension reps automatically?
Not automatically yet. Fitnit's AI rep counting covers push-ups, squats, dumbbell curls, crunches and pull-ups today; standing towel triceps extension can be logged manually in the app, and tracked movements are added over time.
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