Demo & instructions
Cable Overhead Triceps Extension
Also known as: Overhead Cable Extension, Overhead Rope Extension, Cable French Press
Instructions
Facing away from a cable, you hold a rope behind your head and straighten your arms up and forward. The overhead position works the triceps from a deep stretch with smooth, even resistance.
- Movement
- Elbow extension
- Type
- Isolation
- Level
- Beginner
- Typical range
- 8–20 reps
Setup
- 1Attach a rope to a pulley set low or at about head height.
- 2Grab the rope with both hands, turn to face away from the machine, and bring your hands behind your head.
- 3Step forward into a split stance and lean your torso slightly forward.
- 4Point your elbows forward and up, close to your head.
Execution
- 1Straighten your elbows to drive the rope up and forward until your arms are fully extended.
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Training use
Strength
Muscle building
Endurance
Conditioning
