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Exercise Guide
How to do cable lying triceps extension(low)
Master the setup, range of motion, and tempo for safer, more effective reps.
The cable lying triceps extension, performed with a low pulley, provides constant tension throughout the entire range of motion. This exercise specifically targets the long head of the triceps, promoting arm thickness and definition. Unlike dumbbells, the cable's resistance remains steady even at the top, ensuring that the muscles are fully engaged from start to finish for optimal growth.
Stats
TIER
2
DIFFICULTY
Beginner to Advanced
EQUIPMENT
Cable, Bench
TARGET MUSCLES
Triceps
Instructions for Proper Form
Setup:
- Bench and Cable Machine: Lie on a bench facing away from a low-pulley cable machine. Your head should be closer to the machine, and the cable should run between your legs and under the bench.
- Attachment: Attach a straight bar or EZ-bar to the low pulley.
- Grip: Grasp the attachment with an overhand grip (palms facing away from you).
- Starting Position: Extend your arms straight up overhead so they are perpendicular to the floor.
The Lift:
- Lower the Bar: Inhale and slowly bend your elbows, lowering the attachment towards your forehead. Keep your upper arms stationary and perpendicular to the floor.
- Touch and Pause (Optional): You can lightly touch the attachment to your forehead, but this isn't mandatory.
- Extend Upward: Exhale and extend your elbows to press the attachment back to the starting position. Avoid locking out your elbows.
Tips:
- Elbow Position: Keep your elbows pointing towards the ceiling throughout the movement.
- Slow and Controlled: Focus on using your triceps to move the weight, not momentum.
- Range of Motion: If you feel any discomfort in your elbows or shoulders, reduce the range of motion by not lowering the attachment as far.
Variations:
- Rope Attachment: Use a rope attachment instead of a bar to change the angle of resistance and isolate the triceps differently.
Common mistakes: Flaring the elbows outward, moving the upper arms instead of just the forearms, and arching the back.
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