Tricep extension (rope)
A triceps exercise with cable pulley, rope attachment. The technique in 7 steps and the muscles it works.
TricepsCable pulleyRope attachment
How to do it
- 1
Attach a rope attachment to a high pulley on a cable machine.
- 2
Stand facing the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart and a slight bend in your knees.
- 3
Grasp the rope with an overhand grip, palms facing each other.
- 4
Keep your elbows close to your sides and your upper arms stationary throughout the exercise.
- 5
Exhale and push the rope downward by extending your elbows until your arms are fully extended.
- 6
Pause for a moment, then inhale and slowly return to the starting position by allowing your elbows to flex.
- 7
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
- Primary
- Triceps
- Equipment
- Cable pulley, Rope attachment
Alternatives
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At a glance
- Primary
- Triceps
- Equipment
- Cable pulley, Rope attachment
- Steps
- 7
