Cable High Pulley Straight Bar Overhead Triceps Extension

The overhead cable extension on a straight bar from a high pulley; the fixed bar holds the hands shoulder-width, so there is no rope spread.

How to do it

Setup

Back to a high pulley, staggered stance, leaning forward, straight bar held overhand behind the head.

Steps

Extend the bar forward and up until the arms are straight.
Keep the elbows close and pointing ahead.
Let the bar return behind the head under control.

Common mistakes

Elbows splaying wide on the fixed bar: hold them shoulder-width. Wrists bending back: keep them straight over the bar. Arching the lower back in the lean: brace and keep the ribs down.

Breathing

Exhale on the extension, inhale on the stretch.