Exercise technique

cable lying triceps extension v. 2

The cable lying triceps extension v. 2 is an isolation exercise targeting the triceps, performed lying on a bench with a rope attachment on a low pulley cable machine. It emphasizes controlled elbow extension and is commonly used to build triceps strength and size.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Attach a rope handle to a low pulley cable machine.
  2. Lie down on a flat bench facing up, with your head towards the cable machine.
  3. Grasp the rope handle with both hands, palms facing each other, and extend your arms straight up over your chest.
  4. Keeping your upper arms stationary, slowly lower the rope handle towards your forehead by bending your elbows.
  5. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then extend your arms back up to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Shoulders.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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