Classification
Type | auxiliary |
Mechanics | isolated |
Direction | push |
Equipment | low cable pulley |
Additional Equipment | flat bench |
Instructions
Preparation
Lie supine on flat bench and grasp end of low pulley cable. Bring upper arm into vertical position and hold hand besides head. Let elbow point away from stack.Execution
Extend arm completely. Return and repeat. Continue with opposite side.Variations / Comments
Keep elbow in position throughout motion.![Cable Triceps Extension, Lying, One Arm | Starting Position Cable Triceps Extension, Lying, One Arm Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/99/2599.jpg)
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![Cable Triceps Extension, Lying, One Arm | Ending Position Cable Triceps Extension, Lying, One Arm Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/0/2600.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Triceps Brachii |
Synergist | - |
Stabilizers | Deltoid, Anterior | Pectoralis Major, Clavicular | Pectoralis Major, Sternal | Wrist Flexors |
![Cable Triceps Extension, Lying, One Arm | Muscles Front Cable Triceps Extension, Lying, One Arm Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/99/1099.jpg)
Front
![Cable Triceps Extension, Lying, One Arm | Muscles Rear Cable Triceps Extension, Lying, One Arm Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/0/1100.jpg)
Rear
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