Single-Arm Cable Triceps Extension

Trains the Lateral Head and Medial Head.

Equipment
A cable station
Mechanic
Isolation
Force
Push
Level
Beginner
Single-Arm Cable Triceps Extension: the muscles it trains, from behind. Primary — Lateral Head and Medial Head.
The muscles this trains, from behind. Deeper red is primary.

How to do it

  1. Set a single handle on a high pulley and take it in one hand with an underhand or neutral grip.
  2. Stand a step back with your elbow tucked against your side.
  3. Start with the forearm at about parallel to the floor.
  4. Push the handle down until the arm is straight, keeping the elbow pinned.
  5. Squeeze briefly at the bottom.
  6. Let the handle rise under control until the forearm is back to parallel, then finish the side before swapping.

Common mistakes

Muscles worked

Primary