An isolation exercise targeting the triceps using a straight bar attachment on a cable machine for controlled resistance.
Stand facing the cable machine with the straight bar attachment set at a high position. Grasp the bar with hands shoulder-width apart and position your arms overhead. Keeping your upper arms stationary, extend your forearms downward by contracting your triceps. Return to the starting position with control.
Begin standing facing the cable machine with arms extended overhead, holding the straight bar with hands shoulder-width apart.
Return to the starting position with arms extended overhead, maintaining control throughout the movement.
Keep your upper arms stationary, focus on triceps contraction, control the movement, maintain good posture
Moving upper arms, using momentum, not maintaining proper posture, rushing the movement
Increase weight, add pause at peak contraction, perform single-arm variations, or add resistance bands.
Reduce weight, perform with dumbbells first, or use lighter resistance bands.
Stop if you experience pain in the elbows or shoulders. Maintain proper form to avoid elbow strain. Focus on controlled movement rather than heavy weight.