Cable Standing One Arm Triceps Extension
Description
The cable standing one arm triceps extension is a single-arm overhead extension on cable. The lifter grips a handle behind the head and extends the arm up to lockout. The unilateral setup allows full focus on one tricep at a time and builds size and symmetry.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Cable Standing One Arm Triceps Extension Instructions
- Set the cable to a low position with a single handle.
- Stand facing away from the cable stack.
- Grip the handle in one hand and bring it up behind the head.
- Step forward to take tension on the cable.
- Brace your core and keep the chest tall.
- Keep the upper arm vertical pointing at the ceiling.
- Extend the elbow pressing the handle up overhead.
- Lower back behind the head with control. Complete reps and switch sides.
Cable Standing One Arm Triceps Extension Form & Visual
Cable Standing One Arm Triceps Extension Benefits
- Strong unilateral tricep builder
- Constant cable tension
- Builds arm symmetry
- Trains the long head
- Useful arm builder
- Strong cable move
Cable Standing One Arm Triceps Extension Muscles Worked
- Triceps brachii
- Anconeus
- Forearm flexors
Cable Standing One Arm Triceps Extension Variations & Alternatives
- Single Arm Overhead DB Extension
- Cable Pushdown
- Kickback
- French Press
