Cable Incline Triceps Extension

The Cable Incline Triceps Extension is a beginner cable exercise that primarily targets the Triceps.

Muscles Worked

How to Do the Cable Incline Triceps Extension

1. 1Lie on incline an bench facing away from a high pulley machine that has a straight bar attachment on it.
2. 2Grasp the straight bar attachment overhead with a pronated (overhand; palms down) narrow grip (less than shoulder width) and keep your elbows tucked in to your sides. Your upper arms should create around a 25 degree angle when measured from the floor.
3. 3Keeping the upper arms stationary, extend the arms as you flex the triceps. Breathe out during this portion of the movement and hold the contraction for a second.
4. 4Slowly go back to the starting position.
5. 5Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

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