Incline cable straight-bar triceps extension

The incline cable straight-bar triceps extension is a single-joint arm exercise performed on an incline bench. This incline position offers a great stretch and range of motion, potentially targeting the long head of the triceps more than some other triceps exercises. It is usually performed for moderate to high reps as part of the arm-focused portion of a workout.

Benefits

Builds strength and size in the triceps
Great burnout movement for triceps at low weight
The cables provide constant tension on the muscles
Targets the long head of the triceps

Type: Strength
Main Muscle Worked: Triceps
Equipment: Cable
Level: Intermediate

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Incline cable straight-bar triceps extension Instructions

Incline cable straight-bar triceps extension muscle diagram

Lie on incline an bench facing away from a high pulley machine that has a straight bar attachment on it.
Grasp the straight bar attachment overhead with a pronated (overhand; palms down) narrow grip (less than shoulder width) and keep your elbows tucked in to your sides. Your upper arms should create around a 25 degree angle when measured from the floor.
Keeping the upper arms stationary, extend the arms as you flex the triceps. Breathe out during this portion of the movement and hold the contraction for a second.
Slowly go back to the starting position.
Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Variations: You can also use an angled attachment or a rope attachment as well. Finally, you can perform one arm at a time by using a single handle attachment.