Cable High Triceps Extension

Standing between two pulleys at waist height, cables crossed, the bent arms above the head extend up and out into a Y; the cables pull the hands down and across.

How to do it

Setup

Standing centered between two pulleys at waist height, each hand holding the opposite cable above the head, elbows bent and high.

Steps

Straighten both arms up and out into a Y.
Keep the upper arms high and still.
Bend the elbows to bring the hands back above the head.

Common mistakes

Upper arms dropping as the elbows bend: hold them high; only the forearms move. Arching the lower back: ribs down. Letting the cables pull the hands down fast: control the return.

Breathing

Inhale lowering, exhale extending.