Exercise guide

Straight Bar Tricep Extension.

Equipment
Cable
Movement
Isolation
Level
Beginner

Muscles at work

Front
Back
PrimaryTriceps

Make every rep count.

  1. 01

    Set the cable pulley to the highest position and clip on a straight bar.

  2. 02

    Stand tall with feet about hip-width, grab the bar overhand (palms down), and take a small step back to create tension.

  3. 03

    Hinge slightly at the hips with a neutral spine and keep your elbows pinned to your sides (don’t let them drift forward).

  4. 04

    Brace your core, then press the bar down by straightening your elbows until your arms are nearly locked out and your triceps are fully contracted.

  5. 05

    Pause briefly, then return slowly to the start—control the weight and stop when your elbows are bent but still tucked.

  6. 06

    Repeat for your target reps, keeping shoulders down and avoiding swinging or using your body to move the weight.

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