An isolation exercise targeting the triceps using cable resistance with an overhead position to maximize muscle engagement.
Stand facing the cable machine with the cable set at a high position. Grasp the cable attachment with both hands 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 cable attachment with both hands.
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.