Bar Band Overhead Triceps Extension
Description
The bar band overhead triceps extension is a triceps builder using a resistance band wrapped around a bar. The overhead position loads the long head of the triceps with band tension that grows as the arms extend.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Bar Band Overhead Triceps Extension Instructions
- Loop a resistance band over a bar at low height.
- Stand facing away from the bar with the arms held overhead.
- Grab the band with both hands behind the head.
- Brace the core and keep the chest up.
- Set the elbows pointing forward and tucked.
- Press the hands overhead by extending the elbows.
- Squeeze the triceps hard at lockout.
- Lower with control to the start.
Bar Band Overhead Triceps Extension Form & Visual
Bar Band Overhead Triceps Extension Benefits
- Hammers the triceps long head.
- Band tension grows at lockout.
- Easy to set up at home.
- Builds the back of the arms.
- Useful triceps accessory.
Bar Band Overhead Triceps Extension Muscles Worked
- Triceps brachii
- Anconeus
- Anterior deltoid
Bar Band Overhead Triceps Extension Variations & Alternatives
- Cable Overhead Extension
- Skull Crusher
- Tricep Pushdown
- Bench Dip
