Arms / Intermediate / Isolation (single joint)

Incline Cable Overhead Triceps Extension

An overhead triceps extension lying on an incline bench facing away from a cable, emphasizing the long head.

At a glance

Primary

Triceps

Equipment

Cable station, Bench

Movement pattern

Elbow extension

Level

Intermediate

Type

Arms, Isolation (single joint)

Loads the elbow. Use a load you can control and skip it if it causes pain.

How to do it

1. Place an incline bench facing away from a cable pulley with a short straight bar attached.
2. Lie back and grasp the bar overhead with a narrow overhand grip, elbows bent and pointing up.
3. Extend your elbows to push the bar forward until your arms are straight.
4. Slowly return to the bent-elbow start.

Tips

• Keep your upper arms fixed beside your head.
• Control the return to avoid elbow strain.

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