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Cable Lying Triceps Extension

The Cable Lying Triceps Extension is a cable exercise that targets the triceps, with the forearms assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.

Target muscles
Triceps
Also works
Forearms
Equipment
Cable
Body part
Upper arms

Step by step

  1. Lie on a bench with your head toward the cable machine and hold the cable bar with an overhand grip.
  2. Extend your arms upward at a slight angle.
  3. Bend your elbows to lower the bar toward your forehead or behind your head.
  4. Keep your elbows pointed upward and avoid letting them flare outward.
  5. Extend your arms back to the starting position while squeezing your triceps.
  6. Maintain slow and controlled motion throughout.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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