Bar Band Standing Triceps Extension
Description
The bar band standing triceps extension is a triceps drill using a resistance band looped over a high bar. The motion mimics a cable pushdown with band tension that grows as the elbows extend.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Bar Band Standing Triceps Extension Instructions
- Loop a resistance band over a high bar.
- Stand facing the bar.
- Grab the band with both hands at chest height.
- Tuck the elbows close to the sides.
- Brace the core and keep the chest up.
- Press the hands down by extending the elbows.
- Squeeze the triceps hard at full extension.
- Return with control and continue for the working set.
Bar Band Standing Triceps Extension Form & Visual
Bar Band Standing Triceps Extension Benefits
- Builds the triceps.
- Band tension grows at lockout.
- Easy to set up anywhere.
- Useful triceps accessory.
- Joint friendly drill.
Bar Band Standing Triceps Extension Muscles Worked
- Triceps brachii
- Anconeus
- Forearm extensors
Bar Band Standing Triceps Extension Variations & Alternatives
- Tricep Pushdown
- Skull Crusher
- Bench Dip
- Diamond Push Up
