Cable Lying Triceps Extension

The lying extension on a bench with a low pulley behind the head; the cable keeps pulling at lockout, where a barbell goes light.

How to do it

Setup

Lying on a bench, head toward a low pulley, the bar held over the chest, arms straight.

Steps

Bend the elbows to lower the bar toward the forehead.
Keep the upper arms angled slightly back and still.
Extend to straight arms against the cable.

Common mistakes

Upper arms swinging toward the hips: the cable drags them back; hold their angle. Elbows flaring wide: keep them narrow. Bench too close to the stack: slide it away so the cable pulls from behind the head.

Breathing

Inhale lowering, exhale extending.